AvatarGrid (Unfolding UI) for Storyline
AI video is everywhere in learning design, but the experience hasn’t caught up. Too often, video is dropped onto a slide and left to do all the work. AvatarGrid challenges that approach. Built for Articulate Storyline, AvatarGrid is an unfolding UI system that uses purposeful motion and cinematic transitions to reveal content progressively. AI videos/images, created with Higgsfield AI, Nano Banana, and HeyGen AI, feel integrated, not pasted in, supported by layered vector UI. The result is an immersive, modern learning experience where motion has meaning. Every interaction supports the story. This is what video AI-first, motion-driven UXD looks like in practice. Watch the short tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLXJ_-K4vXISourcing Quality Clipart
In my quest to be as efficient as possible when making a Storyline training, I'm finding that I will get stuck on sourcing quality clipart. Storylines included "illustrations" leave a lot to be desired and look quite dated. Using the AI image generator sometimes can be bring up what I need, but often times that requires spending a good amount of time getting the prompt just right Our work has access to Adobe Stock, wherein you can download vector .ai files that include numerous images. This helps with uniformity but are too basic When I use another program like Powtoons, Vyond, or Canva, you can do a clipart image search and find varying images that are somewhat of a similar style. This makes producing work efficient. I just can't seem to find that same "stride" when working in Storyline, and wondered what others do?Fast AI Moodboards in Visily.ai
In this short tutorial, I walk through how I use Visily.ai to create a polished 12-slide AI moodboard for training and instructional design projects. The workflow is simple: gather your inspo, align with brand assets, write a clear prompt in Grok 4.1, and let Visily.ai generate high-fidelity layouts that guide the entire visual direction of the course. This approach helps you explore concepts quickly and present a strong visual foundation before moving into development. You can watch the full breakdown here: https://youtu.be/AcndXNYe7DM?si=kCcFqOon9vyBZuf1Images in Shapes - Stretch Options
I'm trying to create a click and reveal interaction using custom shape buttons. I've created circles that I want to hold images representing a topic. However when I try to adjust the image using the Format Shape/Stretch Options instead of stretching the image it offsets it from the Shape Outline. Is this fixable? I know I can just create the image/shapes I want and then bring them into storyline but that becomes challenging when I start adding states.Character Expression/Pose Series Using Photo Characters?
I have a common problem in many of my e-learning projects. I want to have a photographic character, say a man at a desk on the phone, looking happy. I then want a version of him with an angry expression. I then want a version of him with an exhausted expression. I want to choose the age, race, etc. In addition, I want to be able to easily change the background, etc. Trying to find this kind of a character series has been difficult. I have resorted to finding stock video and then grabbing frames out of the video that represent the expressions. But I cannot adjust the backgrounds very easily. Does anyone know of an AI tool where you can create a photographic character, and then show the character in multiple poses/expressions/etc. Thanks for any advice!Alternatives to Process Blocks?
I'm experiencing a creative block. I've been working on e-learning content that is largely process based - so lots of step-by-step, screenshots, etc. I've relied heavily on the process block and the image carousel so far, and I'm wondering what other folks have done to create engaging process content without relying on just clicking through images. I'm open to all suggestions, as I am pretty comfortable with Storyline, but I'm really looking for some inspiration for Rise360.Best Fonts to Use
Hi, I'm brand new to Articulate and I have a few trainings I created using Canva that I rather not completely rebuild. When I upload the deck to Storyline there are a few fonts from Canva that Storyline doesn't have. Is there a list of acceptable fonts that I can find somewhere? TIA :) NovaNaeHow to Indicate Audio is Available to the User
We are looking for some guidance/best practices on informing the user when audio is available: When audio contains more details than displayed on the screen. How do you let your users know that? For example, if the block has header, (small paragraph of info), then list of bullet items followed by the audio at the bottom. I saw the attached note in a training and love it but it doesn't meet our question. Also, do you suggest something used throughout the course or just on the intro slide? Thank you!Instructional Design for Financial Services: Lessons from the UAE
Hello Articulate Community, I’m reaching out to connect with fellow learning designers, educators, and organizations exploring fresh ways to drive professional development through impactful e-learning. I’m an Instructional Designer based in Dubai, specializing in designing and developing training solutions and digital learning experiences using Articulate tools. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to scale large-scale training programs across the UAE, particularly in the financial sector, including banks and insurance companies. What makes my approach unique is the balance between instructional creativity and scalability. I’ve not only crafted engaging modules but also rolled out end-to-end learning journeys, covering classroom, digital, and blended formats, ensuring they align with compliance standards, industry regulations, and organizational goals. Some areas I’m passionate about include: Designing custom e-learning modules (SCORM-compliant) that seamlessly integrate into existing LMS. Building training frameworks that can scale from a single team to entire institutions. Creating learning content that bridges complex financial concepts with learner-friendly, practical delivery. I’m now exploring freelance opportunities to collaborate with organizations that want to reimagine their learning, scale their programs, and maximize learner engagement. If your organization is looking for instructional design expertise with proven UAE financial sector experience, I’d be happy to connect and discuss how we can work together. Feel free to reach out here or connect directly. Looking forward to learning and collaborating with this inspiring community!PowerPoint Meets AI: Testing 5 Motion Models
When it comes to adding AI motion, many designers bounce from one model to the next, often frustrated by strange results. Some eLearning apps don’t give the motion we want natively, and others take too long to configure, making it hard to know where to start. So, I tested 5 AI models on the same slide with the same prompt to see how each performed. The results were surprising: one nailed the physics, another went off into odd morphs, and a few missed the mark entirely. The lesson? Every model has strengths, but the right fit depends on your design goals and willingness to experiment. Watch the full tutorial: https://youtu.be/Udtg1X81mow Download the AI Models for Motion – Comparisons chart: [AI Models for Motion - Comparisons.pdf - Google Drive]
