A new way to include videos in your publications is here!

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When you’ve worked hard on creating a great publication, having more choices is always a good thing. That’s why we’re so pleased to announce that there is now a new option for including video in your digital publications on Calaméo!

From now on, you will be able to embed video elements that play directly on the page of your publication without opening a pop-up overlay. Your readers can move seamlessly from browsing an article to watching a video clip and back again.

All you need to do is open your publication in the Calaméo Editor, go to the page you want to modify and select the video icon.

Adjust the blue zone so that it appears where you wish the video to play and add the video URL and text label in the video properties window. Then, choose “Embedded” from the Display mode drop-down menu.

You can also choose whether you would like to display the video thumbnail, begin playing the video automatically when the reader turns to this page and mute any background music while the video plays.

💡 TIP: Want embedded videos to play with sound? Don’t opt for autoplay. By default, your readers must click for sound on videos that start playing automatically.

Save your work and view your publication to see the video embedded right on the page!

Of course, you’ll still be able to choose the classic pop-up player for your videos. Just select “Pop-up” from the Display mode options when adding video to your publication in the Calaméo Editor.

Including video from YouTube, DailyMotion and Vimeo directly inside of your publication is an exclusive feature of our PLATINUM plan. Upgrade today to enjoy all the advantages of professional digital publishing on Calaméo!

Looking to get a handle on your video strategy? Check out our guide to promoting content on YouTube. Then visit our YouTube channel to watch tutorials on using our Editor and more.

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Announcing our new Custom Themes Tutorial!

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One of the things that makes digital publishing on Calaméo such a standout experience is the amazing customization opportunities. We’re proud to say that ours is the only professional solution that lets you have full control of the publication viewer. Thanks to our powerful custom Themes feature, you can make sure that every detail—from the buttons to the branding—fits your needs perfectly.

However, we know that working with code can seem daunting. Although creating your own Theme is easier than ever with our user-friendly Elements feature, we wanted to show you just how simple custom can be. That’s why starting today you can enjoy our all-new Custom Themes Tutorial!

In this Tutorial, you’ll find step-by-step instructions for six key ways to customize our viewer. These include:

  • Getting started with an existing template and assets
  • How to use your own graphic assets
  • How to remove a toolbar button
  • Changing font, color and link styles in the viewer
  • How to add a button
  • Modifying viewer layout elements

Plus, we’ve added a handy guide to the basic building blocks of making a Theme. Whether you’re new to code or already a whiz with HTML, this resource will give you the tools to achieve your vision for the viewer.

The full Custom Themes Tutorial is available for you to browse, print or download below. We hope it helps inspire you to try out a new look for your publications! And stay tuned for more great tutorials coming to Calaméo this year.

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Want to learn more about our customization options? Check out our Help Center and Developers page for all the details. Or write to us at contact@calameo.com and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.

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How to add links to your publications on Calaméo: the video tutorial

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Do you want to make your digital publications more interactive and dynamic? Adding links to your publications on Calaméo is a simple and effective solution for enhancing your readers’ experience. With links, you can guide your audience to external pages, or additional resources, all at the click of a button. In this article, we present our video tutorial “How to add links to your Calaméo publications”, a step-by-step guide to easily integrate external links into your online documents and maximize their interactive potential.

Why add external links to your digital publications on Calaméo?

Adding external links to your digital publications is an effective way of making your documents interactive and captivating for your readers. This feature enhances the user experience by offering the possibility of accessing additional resources without leaving the publication. Whether you’re publishing a catalog, corporate brochure or magazine, external links can direct your audience to a website, purchase pages, detailed articles or explanatory videos, enhancing the reach and usefulness of your content.

The benefits of adding external links to your Calaméo publications

Integrating external links into your Calaméo publications offers a number of key advantages, all of which enhance the quality and performance of your digital documents:

  • Enhanced browsing: By inserting external links, you give your readers easy access to complementary external content that can enrich their understanding of the subject. They can consult additional resources, read more detailed articles or explore partner offers directly from your publication.

  • Increased engagement and interactivity: External links are a great way to encourage your readers to explore further. By directing your audience to relevant sites or additional resources, you stimulate their interest and prompt action.

  • Track performance with Calaméo statistics: Calaméo not only lets you add external links easily, but also track their performance with its integrated statistics functions. You can measure the number of clicks generated by your external links directly from your dashboard. This data is invaluable for analyzing the effectiveness of your content and adjusting your strategy according to the results.

READ MORE : Analytics made easy: Track your publications on Calaméo

These advantages make adding external links a key feature for enhancing your digital publications. You can transform your documents into truly interactive tools, while offering your readers a more fluid and enriching reading experience.

A video tutorial to guide you: How to add external links to Calaméo

The good news? Thanks to Calaméo’s intuitive interface, adding external links to your publications is simple. To help you get the most out of this feature, we’ve put together a detailed video tutorial that guides you step-by-step through how to insert external links into your Calaméo publications with ease.

Here’s what you’ll discover in this tutorial:

  • Where to find our “EDITOR” tool.
  • How to select clickable areas on your pages.
  • How to add external links to websites or complementary resources.

Calaméo’s intuitive interface lets you add these links quickly and easily, without the need for advanced technical skills.

Don’t hesitate to activate the subtitles (5 languages are available).

Read our Help Center article: How can I add links to my publications using the Calaméo Editor?

Conclusion

Adding external links to your Calaméo publications is a simple and effective way of making your documents more interactive and dynamic. Whether you want to redirect your readers to online resources or provide them with additional information, this feature is an invaluable asset.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel for new tutorials very soon!

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