The J1 Template support playing video on web pages by HTML5 Video, the new standard of HTML to show videos on webpages.
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HTML5 Player
HTML5 Video opens the doors to your way of presenting video content. All modern browsers support the video tag <video> for the HTML5. Browsers have a built-in multimedia framework already for decoding and displaying video content. No need to use such proprietary software components anymore.
VideoJS Player
VideoJS is an Open SourceJavaScript framework and library for building custom video players for the web. It provides a flexible and customizable platform for displaying and controlling video content on websites and web applications.
If you like one Video player for all of your video content, VideoJS is a good choice. Several plugins are available for J1 Template to be used for playing videos from the:
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Local Media
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YouTube Platform
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Wistia Platform
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Vimeo Platform
Local Media
Digital videos content are easy to make. Today, every mobile has a camera to make videos. The VideoJS Player can be used instead of the built-in HTML5 Player for locally stored videos on the web server.
YouTube
YouTube is a popular online video-sharing platform that allows users to upload, view, share, and comment on videos. It was created in February 2005 and acquired by Google in November 2006. YouTube provides a platform for people and organizations to publish various video content.
YouTube has become a significant part of internet culture and a valuable platform for content creators and viewers. It offers various features and tools to help content creators build their audiences and monetize their content through advertising, memberships, merchandise sales, and more.
| The YouTube plugin used is in the latest version of 2023. The player used is automatically detected and loaded by the YouTube platform. |
Find the following example Adele and James Cordon get emotional reflecting about their friendship and the times they’ve been there for each other.
Dailymotion
Dailymotion is a French video-sharing technology platform primarily owned by Vivendi. The platform is available worldwide in 183 languages and 43 localised versions featuring local home pages and local content.
The platform is a monetization solution that allows to directly connect to high-quality advertisers through a proprietary Advertising system. Like YouTube, videos can be watched for free, but ads are shown on each and every video.
| The Dailymotion plugin using the Dailymotion SDK in the last version of October 2022. |
Wistia
Wistia is a marketing software and video hosting platform made for B2B marketers with free or paid plans available. While Wistia may not be the Big Man on Campus (BMOC) like Vimeo, it still brings valuable functionality to the table for marketers and should be seriously considered as a viable video platform.
The main difference between Wistia and Vimeo is that the Wistia platform primarily targets small and medium-sized businesses, while Vimeo positions itself as a service for all kinds of creators, from individuals to big corporations.
However, it’s not the only thing that makes these two platforms different. Here are some more points of contrast:
- Video analytics
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Wistia is great for marketers who need detailed analytics reports on the performance of video content, while Vimeo tracks only standard metrics necessary for creators and filmmakers.
- Search engine optimization
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Wistia includes on-page metadata to the header on your webpage automatically, which cuts down your SEO work significantly. Vimeo doesn’t have such a feature.
- Live streaming
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Vimeo includes a live streaming solution, while on Wistia this option is not available.
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Vimeo
Vimeo is an online video-sharing platform that allows users to upload, share, and view videos. It was founded in 2004 by a group of filmmakers and has since grown into a popular platform for individuals and businesses to showcase their videos. Vimeo is known for its emphasis on high-quality video content, creative expression, and a supportive community of creators.
Vimeo is often compared to other video-sharing platforms like YouTube. While YouTube focuses on a wide range of user-generated content and has a larger audience, Vimeo focuses on high-quality and often professional video.
It has gained popularity among filmmakers, artists, and businesses looking for a platform to showcase their work with a more creative and controlled approach to sharing videos.
| For the current version of the Vimeo plugin, no VideoJS themes are available. The plugin is using the original skin of the Vimeo Player to control the vidoe. For upcoming versions of the plugin, VideoJS themes will be available. |
| Video controls For the VJS Vimeo Tech, native vjs controls (controllbar) are currently NOT supported. Instead, the controllbar of the Vimeo Player is shown. |
Video Galleries
Video galleries are collections or displays of videos organized in a specific manner, typically on a website or within a software application. Galleries of videos are commonly used for various purposes, such as showcasing videos, organizing content, or providing a visually appealing way to present video content to an audience.
Here are some key characteristics and uses of video galleries.
- Organized Display
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Video galleries are designed to present videos in an organized and visually appealing manner. They often include thumbnails, titles, and descriptions to help users browse and select the videos they want to watch.
- Categorization
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Videos in a gallery can be categorized or grouped based on specific criteria, such as topic, date, genre, or any other relevant classification. Categorization makes it easier for users to find the videos they are interested in.
- User-Friendly Navigation
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Video galleries typically include navigation features like pagination, search functionality, filters, and sorting options to enhance the user experience and make it easier to explore the video content.
- Embedding
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Video galleries can be embedded on websites or integrated into web applications. Embedding allows content creators to showcase their videos to a wider audience while maintaining control over the presentation.
- Responsive Design
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Many modern video galleries are designed to be responsive, meaning they adapt to different screen sizes and devices. Responsiveness ensures that the gallery remains user-friendly on desktop computers and mobile devices.
- Customization
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Depending on the platform or software used, video galleries can often be customized in terms of appearance, layout, and functionality to match the branding or style of a website or application.
- Playback Options
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Video galleries typically provide playback options, such as play, pause, volume control, and fullscreen mode, to give users control over their viewing experience.
- Analytics
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Some video gallery platforms offer tools to track viewer engagement and gather insights into how users interact with the videos.
- Social Sharing
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Integration with social media platforms and sharing options are common in video galleries, allowing users to share videos with their networks easily.
- Security and Privacy
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Depending on the context, video galleries may include security features to protect the content from unauthorized access and privacy settings to control who can view the videos.
Video galleries are widely used in various industries, including entertainment, education, e-commerce, and marketing. They provide a versatile way to present video content and engage with an audience online.
Local Media
The J1 LightGallery module can play all standard HTML5 Video formats, such as MP4, WebM, or Ogg, on all modern browsers.
YouTube
The community at YouTube is large, with over 1 billion users that watch hundreds of millions of hours of content every day. The number of channels on YouTube is enormous. For TV Stations, it’s a must to publish videos of their shows on YouTube. Find below a real classic channel Carpool Karaoke presented by the frontman James Corden of The Late Late Show at CBS, Los Angeles.
Vimeo
Vimeo does offer a basic, free membership, but it limits you to 500MB maximum storage per week. Alternately, you can book on paid plans: Plus, PRO, Business. Each membership has varied storage limits, but the free plan offers sufficient space for private projects to present video content without advertising.
Dailymotion
Dailymotion allows users to search videos by tags, topic channels, or user-created groups. Users can upload videos of up to 2 gigabytes and a length of 60 minutes. If a user is a MotionMaker or MotionPartner, a program for particularly creative users or partners, they can upload videos of unlimited length.
Wistia
Wistia is a marketing software and video hosting platform made for B2B marketers with free or paid plans available. While Wistia may not be the Big Man on Campus (BMOC) like Vimeo, it still brings valuable functionality to the table for marketers and should be seriously considered as a viable video platform.