Effectively utilizing Elementor video playlists

You want to integrate videos into your WordPress site to create an engaging multimedia experience for your visitors? With Elementor, you can easily create a video playlist that presents your content optimally. This guide shows you how to insert and customize an effective video playlist element.

Key Takeaways

• Elementor enables the easy creation of video playlists.
• You can insert both YouTube links and self-hosted videos.
• Several customization options are available, including title, image overlays, and autoplay features.
• Lazy Load can optimize your page loading times when embedding a large number of videos.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Open Elementor and select the Video Playlist widget

To get started, log in to your WordPress dashboard. Navigate to the page or post where you want to insert the video playlist. Click on "Edit with Elementor." In the left sidebar, you will find the search bar where you can search for the "Video Playlist" widget. Dragging and dropping the widget onto the page is simple.

Step 2: Create a playlist

Once you have added the Video Playlist widget, you can start creating your playlist. Here, you have the option to add different links, such as from YouTube or your self-hosted videos. To create a new video title, simply click on "Add" and enter the link to the desired video, such as your first part.

Step 3: Add title and section headers

You can also add titles and section headings to your playlist to organize the videos and help users find what they are looking for more quickly. Go to the "Header" section in the Playlist widget and enter "Part 1" or "Part 2," depending on which section it is. This makes the playlist more user-friendly.

Step 4: Add more videos

Now add links to additional videos using more "Add" buttons and enter the corresponding links. You can add as many videos as necessary to provide the desired content. One of the advantages is that you can customize the order of the videos if you wish.

Step 5: Insert video links

Insert your YouTube link or the link to your self-hosted video here, depending on your preference. Note that using YouTube is preferred as uploading your own videos can take a long time and could affect loading times. Insert the links accordingly and ensure correct URLs.

Step 6: Customize additional settings

In the next step, you can make additional settings under the "Tabs" tab. Here you can adjust various options, such as whether you want to enable autoplay for the first video. These settings ensure that the playlist is as functional and user-friendly as possible.

Step 7: Add image overlay (optional)

If desired, you can also use an image overlay to display a preview image for your video. This can increase visual interest and help users decide on a video. Simply select an image from your media library and upload it.

Step 8: Customize the Play Icon

Another cool feature is the ability to customize the Play Icon. For example, you can change it to a plus symbol to encourage users to click on the video. This adds a personal touch to your playlist and can enhance the user experience.

Step 9: Activate Lazy Load

If you have a large number of videos in your playlist, I recommend activating the Lazy Load. This means that the videos are only loaded when the user actually wants to play them. This improves the loading speed of your page and ensures that users enjoy a smooth experience.

Step 10: Publish Playlist for Users

After you have customized all videos and settings, save your changes and publish the page. Test the playlist to make sure all links work and the videos are displayed correctly. This ensures that your visitors get a positive impression of your multimedia content.

Summary

You have now learned how to easily create a video playlist with Elementor that is optimal for tutorials, courses, or any video content. Through the various customization options, you can ensure that the playlist meets your needs.