How can I embed a video into a Webflow site without using YouTube or Vimeo and keep it stylized like the example site mentioned?
To embed a video into a Webflow site without using YouTube or Vimeo and keep it stylized like the example site mentioned, you can follow these steps:
Upload the video: First, you need to upload your video file to a cloud storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox. Make sure you set the appropriate sharing permissions so that anyone with the link can access the video.
Get the video URL: Once the video is uploaded, get the direct URL of the video file. In Google Drive, you can do this by right-clicking on the video file, selecting "Get shareable link," and copying the link. In Dropbox, you can right-click on the video file, select "Copy link," and paste the link.
Add an Embed element: In Webflow, go to the page where you want to embed the video. Drag and drop an Embed element from the Add panel onto your desired location on the page.
Customize the Embed settings: With the Embed element selected, click on the Settings gear icon in the right panel. In the HTML Embed Code field, paste the video URL you obtained in step 2.
Style the video: To keep the video stylized like the example site mentioned, you can use Webflow's built-in design tools. You can adjust the size, position, and styling of the Embed element using the layout and styling options in the right panel.
Preview and publish: Once you're done styling the video, you can preview and publish your site to see the embedded video in action.
By following these steps, you will be able to embed a video into a Webflow site without using YouTube or Vimeo and keep it stylized according to your desired design.
Additional questions:
- How do I upload a video to Google Drive?
- Can I embed videos from other cloud storage services like OneDrive or Box?
- How can I make my embedded video responsive in Webflow?
