Storyline videos volume versus global course volume

Question

Hello elearning Heroes!
The volume slider on Storyline videos (created by Storyline to uploaded video -see attached pct ) is a global course volume. So if a user mutes a video they mute the entire audio in the course. I wonder is there a way to separate out video volume and course volume. Thanks a lot for your answer

nedim · Answer

StepanSvatos-3a​ Yes, the video volume in the uploaded Storyline video is tied to the global course volume. Adjusting the volume, whether via the slider embedded in the video or the default player control, will increase or decrease the overall course volume.
The only way to provide a separate video volume control is to disable the Storyline video controls and enable the native HTML video controls. This can be achieved by executing JavaScript when the timeline starts, allowing the video to have an independent volume from the global course volume.
const video = document.querySelector('video');
video.controls = true;
By expanding on JavaScript, you can even create a fully customized video player where styling is applied to the progress bar, thumb, and other video components. If you want to explore this further, I suggest starting a new topic in the&nbsp;“Discuss Articulate Products” forum and feel free to tag me for any Storyline customizations or programming.

stepansvatos-3a · Answer

Hi Nedim, thanks so much for your reply and help. I’ll try to do it this way, but I have a feeling I might reach out to you again in the future, as this could be a bit tricky for me. Thanks again!

nedim · Answer

StepanSvatos-3a No problem. Just tag me here and let me know if JavaScript worked for you.

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