Check out the Introduction to Dashboards article to understand the basics of working with widgets.
The YouTube Widget enables seamless integration of videos directly into your SmartSuite dashboard. This tool is ideal for embedding videos that enhance collaboration, training, or communication within your team.
Plan Availability | All plan types |
Permissions | Administrator, Solution Creators, General Access |
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The YouTube Widget is perfect for:
Embedding supplementary project videos.
Providing video tutorials or instructions.
Sharing motivational messages from team leaders.
How to Set Up the YouTube Widget
Follow these simple steps to configure the YouTube Widget:
Copy the Video URL: Go to YouTube and copy the shared link of the video you want to embed.
Add the Widget:
Open your SmartSuite dashboard.
Click the "Add Widget" button.
Select "YouTube Widget" from the list.
Paste the URL: In the settings panel, paste the video link into the Embed URL field.
Resize the Widget: Adjust the widget size to fit your dashboard layout.
That’s it! The video will now appear directly on your dashboard.
Additional Notes
Video Compatibility: Ensure the video’s sharing settings allow embedding.
Widget Placement: Place the widget in a visible section of your dashboard for maximum impact.
Customization: Adjust the widget size and position to optimize the dashboard layout.
For further assistance, visit Introduction to Dashboards.
Practical Scenarios and Use Cases
1. Departmental Collaboration
Scenario: The Marketing team wants to share campaign-related videos on their dashboard. Solution: Embed promotional videos, brainstorming sessions, or client presentations in the YouTube Widget for easy access.
2. Training and Development
Scenario: A company wants to provide team members with ongoing training resources. Solution: Use the YouTube Widget to create a library of training videos directly accessible from the dashboard.
3. Leadership Communication
Scenario: The CEO wants to share a quarterly update with the entire team. Solution: Embed the CEO’s video message in the dashboard to ensure all team members see it.