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How to set up Smart Profiles on Stream Deck

Last updated: August 26, 2025

A Smart Profile automatically switches the active profile on Stream Deck based on the program in focus. For example, if we set up a Smart Profile for an app like Discord, whenever Discord is the foreground application running on your computer, Stream Deck will automatically switch to a profile made specifically for the app without you having to do anything else.

Why are Smart Profiles useful?

Smart Profiles help keep your Stream Deck organized. They also allow for automatic context switching, maximizes button efficiency, streamline workflows, and reduce clutter. The best part? They’re easy to set up.

Requirements:

Before you can set up smart profiles, you will need the following:

Stream Deck software
Compatible devices: All Stream Deck models (including Stream Deck +, Neo, Virtual Stream Deck, and Stream Deck Mobile)

You can download Stream Deck from here.

Note: Smart Profiles do not work with UWP (Universal Windows Program) applications.

How to set it up:

Launch Stream Deck software and the application you wish to assign to a Smart Profile.

2. Click the Gear icon near the top of the window.

3. Click on the ‘Profiles’ tab

4. Select your preferred profile on the left-hand side and click on the ‘Application’ drop-down menu.

5. Choose your application from the drop down menu

6. Once the application is selected, the app’s icon will automatically appear next to the profile.

You’re all set! Stream Deck will automatically switch to the Smart Profile once the application is detected as the focused window.

Note: After configuration, for Smart Profiles to turn on, the Stream Deck software must be minimized. When the software is open, Smart Profiles are deactivated to prevent profile switching while editing the Stream Deck configuration.

Try it now

Smart profiles are ready to use now. Download the latest version of Stream Deck and try it out today.