FAQ: How do I create clips and playlists in Films on Demand?

Films on Demand

Create an account with Films on Demand This link opens in a new window from upper right-hand corner. Once signed in, locate the video that you want to include or from which you want to create a clip.

Options to Share and Save

• Link to the Full Video

Click the Share link above the video. A pop-up window will appear. Click on the URL tab and click the Copy link button from the Record URL section.  *Note: The link has the OpenAthens prefix in it – no need to add.

• Save a Video to a Folder

Click the Save link above the video and either create a folder or add to an existing or unassigned folder. You must be logged in to save a video. 

• Create a Playlist to Share (shared folder)

Click the Save link above the video and either create a folder or add videos to an existing or unassigned folder. Click on the Saved link on the left of the screen. Find the folder you are looking for. Click on the three dot menu to the right of the folder and select share from the dropdown list to get the share URL. You must be logged in to create a folder and get the share link. 

• Create a Clip

Click the Snip link above the video in the top right.

• Set the start time by typing in the time OR navigating in the video and click the green set time button to the right of the box.

• Follow the same procedures for the End Time

• Click the Copy URL button to grab the link to the segment. 

More Information

See Infobase's Sharing Content This link opens in a new window help page for additional details.