How Do You Put Videos on Webflow CMS?

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Are you looking to add videos to your Webflow CMS? Look no further!

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of putting videos on Webflow CMS with ease. So, let’s get started!

Step 1: Prepare your video

Before uploading your video to Webflow CMS, it’s important to make sure it is in the right format and optimized for web use. We recommend using MP4 or WebM format for better compatibility across different browsers.

Step 2: Upload your video

To upload your video to the Webflow CMS, follow these simple steps:

  1. Login to your Webflow account and select the desired project.
  2. Navigate to the CMS section by clicking on the ‘CMS’ tab in the top navigation bar.
  3. Create a new collection or choose an existing one where you want to add the video.
  4. Add a new field for the video by clicking on ‘Add Field’ and selecting ‘Video’ from the dropdown menu.
  5. Name your field (e.g., ‘Video’) and click ‘Save’.
  6. Select the collection item where you want to add the video or create a new one by clicking on ‘New Item’.
  7. In the video field, click on ‘Upload Video’ and select your desired video file from your computer.
  8. Wait for the video upload to complete, and then click ‘Save’ to save your changes.

Step 3: Display the video on your website

Now that you have uploaded your video to the Webflow CMS, it’s time to display it on your website.

To display the video, follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to the page where you want to add the video.
  2. Drag and drop a ‘Video’ element from the Webflow elements panel onto your page.
  3. In the settings panel, select ‘Choose Video’ and navigate to your collection where you added the video.
  4. Select the desired video from your collection.
  5. Customize the appearance and behavior of your video element using the various options available in the settings panel.
  6. Publish your site to make the changes live!

Tips for optimizing videos on Webflow CMS

If you want to optimize your videos further, consider following these tips:

  • Compress your videos using tools like Handbrake or Adobe Media Encoder to reduce file size without compromising quality.
  • Add thumbnails to improve user experience and loading times by displaying an image instead of loading the full video initially.
  • Add captions or subtitles for accessibility and better user experience.
  • Avoid autoplaying videos, as they can be intrusive for users and negatively impact website performance.

In conclusion,

In this tutorial, we have learned how to put videos on Webflow CMS. By following the steps outlined above, you can easily upload and display videos on your Webflow website.

Remember to optimize your videos for web use and consider additional enhancements like thumbnails and captions. Now go ahead and make your website more engaging with the power of videos!