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Change video resolution based on bandwidth
We produce content which is translated into up to 42 languages. Inevitably, some of these countries have poor bandwidth. We have had a comment from our client about some video taking longer to load etc. in areas with restrictive bandwidth. Back when I used to produce content in Flash, I could check the bandwidth of the end-user and based on that information, serve up the appropriate resolution video for them (just like YouTube does now).
Does anyone know of a way this can be achieved without duplicating the actual Storyline content (ie. duplicating the file and inserting a lower resolution video file for low bandwidth areas)? Obviously I know the videos will need to be produced in a selection of resolutions but my goal is to have one Storyline file which can provide the end-user the best user experience based on their bandwidth.
With Javascript it is possible to detect the bandwidth and replace any embedded content with lower res if needed.
But there is nothing built into Storyline? I am happy to use Javascript but most of my team do not have the experience.
If you build a good reusable template with Javascript most teammembers should be able to use it. Quite some of the users on this forum just copy and paste ;-)
Hi Kai,
As Math eluded to, currently, change a video's resolution based on bandwidth in Storyline. This would be a great idea for a feature request! You can submit one here. If the request makes it onto our feature roadmap, we’ll make sure to update you in this conversation!
Thanks for reaching out!
you could use Vimeo for the videos*, then you have adaptive streaming for the videos (360p ... 4k)
* with web object or "Video from website"
note: unfortunately this is not an option for learners in china (without VPN), because of the great firewallThanks all. I will build a Javascript proof of concept
