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By Michael Turner

December 18, 2024 at 05:03 AM

Videos can be added to your site through a video block, either by uploading directly or embedding from YouTube/Vimeo. Here's how to set it up:

Adding a Video Block:

  1. Edit your page/post
  2. Click Add block or a placement point
  3. Select Video
  4. Click the pencil icon to open block editor

Upload Options:

Direct Upload:

  • Up to 30 minutes of high-resolution video
  • Files must meet video requirements
  • Displays in 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Click + and select "Upload file" or "Select from library"

URL Embedding:

  1. Copy video URL from YouTube/Vimeo
  2. Click + in block editor
  3. Select "Add from link"
  4. Paste URL and click Add

Customization Features:

Featured Image:

  • Enable "Custom featured image" option
  • Upload image for video thumbnail
  • Image appears before playback
  • Automatically crops to 16:9

Video Settings:

  • Mute audio
  • Enable autoplay (requires muting)
  • Loop playback
  • Adjust player controls (All/Minimal/None)
  • Add video description

YouTube Video with preview

YouTube Video with preview

Important Notes:

  • 30-minute upload limit for free accounts
  • Videos display in 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Uploaded videos remain in Resource Library after deletion
  • Featured images hide video titles
  • Mobile requires two taps: one to show image, one to play
  • Autoplay requires muted audio
  • Playlists require embed block instead

For high-traffic videos, alternative hosting options may be recommended. Contact support if your video receives extremely high views in a short period.

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