What it is
Video displays a dynamic auto-played video on the screen.What it’s best for
Use it when a still visual can explain the product, add credibility, or reinforce the message faster than more copy.How to add it in the dashboard
- Open the screen in the dashboard.
- Add Video from the Components panel.
- Select the video on the canvas.
- In the properties panel, choose the video source and set the fit and size.
- Review how the video crops on the canvas before finalizing the layout.
Key parameters
| Parameter | What it changes | When to adjust it |
|---|---|---|
| Source | Chooses where the video comes from | Use it when switching between library assets and hosted video |
| Video source field | Sets which video appears | Change it when you update the visual message |
| Width | Controls how wide the video appears | Use it when the video should feel more dominant or more compact |
| Height | Controls how tall the video appears | Use it to preserve balance with surrounding copy |
| Fit | Controls how the video fills its frame | Change it when the video is cropping too aggressively or leaving empty space |
| Margin | Adds space around the video | Use it to prevent the video from crowding nearby elements |
Example use cases
- A product screenshot that previews a feature before account creation
- A lifestyle video that sets the emotional tone of a welcome screen
Best practices
- Choose visuals that support the business message, not just fill space.
- Keep important parts of the video visible after cropping.
- Use screenshots when you want clarity and illustrations when you want mood.
Common mistakes
- Using videos with weak contrast against the rest of the screen
- Letting the video compete with the main call to action
- Choosing decorative visuals that do not help users decide