I'd like to have images along with text in my markers to introduce a new software app. I used to do this with Engage and am trying to figure out how to do it with Storyline. Is this possible or do I need to still do it in Engage and them import it.
It seems there is only the option to add one image to a marker using the built in insert media option.
You could create a custom "marker" using the hover state of a button and show additional elements such as image within a layer once the marker is clicked. In this thread Becky shared two examples of how she set up some custom markers.
Best of luck with the project and have a great day!
Once an image is inserted, is there a way to reposition the image or speed up its display.
I am inserting a 60 X 80 pixel image into a marker and when it displays it is no longer in the bottom left of the marker window (although it appears so before I run preview). I have a list of names and by each name a marker with an image of the person. When I preview the program, the image of the individual appears a distance above the marker, and by position is associated with a different name. There is also a time delay after either hovering or selecting the marker during run time.
Thanks Leslie, but I gave up trying to make changes to the marker too soon. I now see that I can grab an invisible outline of the marker window and move it (I had been trying to reposition it using the white dot indicators which allowed size change but not position change).
I am having a similar problem with inserting an an image into the marker text area as well. There seems to be no way to move the image around . I have a small image that I want to be inline with the text and it just sits, centered at the bottom of the area and cannot be moved or resized...
Have you tried dragging it or just trying the inline text options? when I add an image into a marker I'm able to resize and move around by dragging it. It can only be moved around the label section and resized to fit the largest size of the marker - so if you need it to be larger than that, you'll need to resize the marker label size. If you're continuing to have difficulty can you confirm that you're working on files as described here.
Correct, one image per marker. If you needed to have more than one, you could look at combining them into one file outside of Storyline and then insert it.
Ashley, great idea, I was just reading the thread to see if I could add more than one image as I need three little ones, and your idea is perfect! Love coming here to troublshoot!
Hello. I have the same issue here. Whenever I add new media (png, jpg files) to the marker, I can place it inside the label, but I can 't resize it, I don't even get the square handle shown in the video above. Is it normal? I'm using 360.
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Hey Janet!
Here's how to add and edit markers in Storyline.
You can also include an image or a movie within the marker's pop-up label. Here's how:
Once you've added an image or a movie to a marker, you can make adjustments or edits as needed. You'll just need to select the marker on your slide, then select the file or movie and choose the Format tab. For more guidance, check out the tutorials on Adjusting Properties for Pictures, Screenshots, and Characters; Editing Videos; and Adjusting Video Properties.
Fantastic! Thanks very much Peter for the quick response!
You got it, Janet
Good luck with the project!
Hey Guys,
Is ist possible to add more than one picture along with text in my markers? By picking the second image, the first is replaced by the new one.
Thanks for your help!
Ina
Hi Ina,
Welcome to E-Learning Heroes!
It seems there is only the option to add one image to a marker using the built in insert media option.
You could create a custom "marker" using the hover state of a button and show additional elements such as image within a layer once the marker is clicked. In this thread Becky shared two examples of how she set up some custom markers.
Best of luck with the project and have a great day!
Christine
Greetings!
Once an image is inserted, is there a way to reposition the image or speed up its display.
I am inserting a 60 X 80 pixel image into a marker and when it displays it is no longer in the bottom left of the marker window (although it appears so before I run preview). I have a list of names and by each name a marker with an image of the person. When I preview the program, the image of the individual appears a distance above the marker, and by position is associated with a different name. There is also a time delay after either hovering or selecting the marker during run time.
Thanks
Don
Hi Don!
Would you be able to share your .story file so that we could take a look?
Thanks Leslie, but I gave up trying to make changes to the marker too soon. I now see that I can grab an invisible outline of the marker window and move it (I had been trying to reposition it using the white dot indicators which allowed size change but not position change).
Your quick response is so appreciated.
Don
Thanks for the update and for sharing your solution Don, much appreciated as well.
I am having a similar problem with inserting an an image into the marker text area as well. There seems to be no way to move the image around . I have a small image that I want to be inline with the text and it just sits, centered at the bottom of the area and cannot be moved or resized...
Hi Matt,
Have you tried dragging it or just trying the inline text options? when I add an image into a marker I'm able to resize and move around by dragging it. It can only be moved around the label section and resized to fit the largest size of the marker - so if you need it to be larger than that, you'll need to resize the marker label size. If you're continuing to have difficulty can you confirm that you're working on files as described here.
Hi, I am trying this in SL 360 and it is not working. Is this function still there? Thanks!
Hi Tamara,
I just tested this out and recorded a quick Peek on how I've done this. Take a look and let me know where you're stuck!
Thank you, Ashley! That was very helpful - I did not know about the specific Marker Menu. Only one image can be added - correct?
Correct, one image per marker. If you needed to have more than one, you could look at combining them into one file outside of Storyline and then insert it.
Ashley, great idea, I was just reading the thread to see if I could add more than one image as I need three little ones, and your idea is perfect! Love coming here to troublshoot!
So glad you found the answer you need and that you're enjoying the community, Teresa. Let us know if you need anything else.
Hello. I have the same issue here. Whenever I add new media (png, jpg files) to the marker, I can place it inside the label, but I can 't resize it, I don't even get the square handle shown in the video above. Is it normal? I'm using 360.
Thanks
Hi Melissa
are you on the latest version of SL? I've just tried and it's working as expected...see this Peek.
Have you tried in a new project file? If still not working you may need to try a repair of Storyline.
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