Using thumbnail images in Kaltura

TL;DR

Learn how to make your Kaltura videos more appealing by creating and uploading custom thumbnails, as well as using them for chapter navigation.

Transcript

hello i'm james clark from the department of physiology at king's college london and in this short video i'm going to look at some ways of making your kaltura videos look a little bit more appealing by the use of thumbnail images when you upload your video to kaltura it will automatically generate a thumbnail to represent that video you can see som... Read More

Key Insights

• 🎮 Kaltura automatically generates thumbnails for uploaded videos, but they may not accurately represent the content.
• 🤪 Users can change and add their own thumbnails by going to the editing window of each video.
• 🎮 Creating custom thumbnails is simple using programs like PowerPoint and can greatly enhance the appearance of videos.
• 🫵 Custom thumbnails can also be used for chapter navigation, making it easier for viewers to navigate through different sections of a video.
• 🎮 Adding branding elements, such as logos, to custom thumbnails can help improve the overall presentation of videos.
• ✋ Choosing high-resolution images for thumbnails ensures optimal quality.
• 🫵 Custom thumbnails can provide a more professional and visually appealing experience for viewers.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does Kaltura generate thumbnails for uploaded videos?

Kaltura generates thumbnails by randomly selecting frames from the video timeline. However, these may not accurately represent the content of the video.

Q: Can users change the generated thumbnails?

Yes, users can change the thumbnails by going to the editing window of each video and selecting the "thumbnails" section. They can choose to upload a thumbnail, capture one, auto-generate one from frames, or download an existing one.

Q: How can users create custom thumbnails?

Users can easily create custom thumbnails using programs like PowerPoint. By designing a slide with desired branding and exporting it as a JPEG, users can then upload it as their custom thumbnail.

Q: Can custom thumbnails be used for chapter navigation?

Yes, users can replace default thumbnails for chapter markers with custom thumbnails. This allows for easier navigation as each chapter will have a unique and visually appealing thumbnail.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Kaltura automatically generates thumbnails for uploaded videos, but these may not accurately represent the content. Users can change and add their own thumbnails through the editing window.

• Creating custom thumbnails is easy using a program like PowerPoint. By exporting a slide as a JPEG, users can upload it as a thumbnail to Kaltura.

• Custom thumbnails can also be used for chapter navigation, replacing default thumbnails for each chapter marker to create a more visually appealing and user-friendly experience.