Add a dynamic and engaging touch to your Video panels by including a poster image! By default, when videos are added to your lesson, the panel displays a plain black screen with a white play button. With just a few simple steps, you can replace this with a vibrant, eye-catching image that encourages your students to press play.
Fig. 1: Example of a Video Panel with a Poster Image
How to Add a Poster Image
Adding a poster image to your Video panel is quick and easy. Follow these steps:
- Open the Video panel in Edit mode.
- Select the Add Poster option from the Video panel editing menu.
- Navigate to the desired image file on your device and select it. Supported formats include JPEG, PNG, SVG, and GIF.
- Alternatively, simply drag and drop the image file directly onto the Video panel.
Tips for Choosing an Effective Poster Image
- To make the poster image representative of the video content, take a screenshot of an appealing frame from the video.
- Ensure the poster image has the same dimensions as the Video panel to avoid cropping or distortion.
- Use high-quality and visually engaging images to capture students' attention.