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:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
