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Can we modify player colors by changing the XML file?
This is related to a previous post about non-accessible colors in the modern player. Someone mentioned this to me and I wondered why we couldn't modify the XML files that are exported when "sharing" player settings.
I tested it by exporting a player, finding the variable for the seek-bar color, and changing nothing more than the hex color code. However, when I try to import the XML settings into the player I receive an error.
Is there some checksum or safe guard against importing modified .XML files? This doesn't seem like a terribly complicated solution to the important problem of making the modern player more accessible until an actual fix is implemented.
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Hi Curt,
It's possible that the hex color you used in the custom XML file could be causing the error when importing it in Storyline.
We don't support modifications to the player XML file, but I understand the goal of creating accessible colors for the Modern Player. We have an active feature request for customizing the Modern Player, and I'll be sure to add your thoughts to the report, specifically highlighting the post mentioned!
In the meantime, feel free to take a look at other similar discussions that may help:
Hi Curt,
With the release of Update 50, the modern player now meets WCAG accessibility guidelines for visual contrast and color so all learners can read the text, decipher the icons, perceive the controls, and navigate easily. Learn more about modern player accessible contrast.
Please note, we are currently on Build 3.53.25436.0.
The ability to customize the player colors is a feature that is still open with our team, but this conversation is attached so that we can share updates with you here.
Hello Curt,
I have exciting news to share! đź—ž
Storyline 360 Update 54 is here, and it introduces several features and bug fixes! Here's the item you'll be interested in:
New: Customizing the Modern Player Colors.
Just launch the Articulate 360 desktop app on your computer and click the Update button for each application—details here.
Please let us know if you have any questions or reach out to our Support Engineers directly!
