> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://overay-inc.gitbook.io/overaydesk/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://overay-inc.gitbook.io/overaydesk/guide/pc-host-settings.md).

# PC Host - Settings

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## Streaming

* **Encoder**
  * A method used to compress the screen before streaming it to VR.
* **Sharpness**
  * Controls the clarity of the image. Lower values look smoother and more natural, while higher values make text and images appear sharper.

## Connection

* **Connection Priority**
  * Sets the preferred connection method between the VR headset and PC.
* **Enable USB Streaming**
  * Allows VR streaming over a USB connection.
* **USB Auto Connect**
  * Automatically starts streaming when a USB cable is connected.

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## Display

* **Physical Monitor Brightness**
  * Automatically lowers the brightness of the physical monitor while using VR.

## Audio

* **VR Audio Output**
  * Determines whether PC audio is routed to the VR headset.
* **VR Microphone Input**
  * Determines whether the VR headset microphone is used for PC voice input.

## General

* **Launch on Startup**
  * Automatically launches the program when the PC starts.
* **Close to System Tray**
  * Keeps the app running in the background (system tray) instead of fully closing when the window is closed.