16 Sep How to add a thumbnail to a SCORM package in Storyline
If you are using any multimedia format in your intro slide in Storyline, the default starting screen will be a blank screen with the play button, we can customize the first image to be our course thumbnail.
This is how it´s done:
In the player properties window, check the Cover Photo box and click the + Photo link to browse for an image.
You have four different options to choose from.
- First slide: Choose this option if the first screen in your course is static and works well as an introduction.
- Media library: Select this option if you want to use an image that’s already in your course.
- Content Library 360: If you want to use a brand-new photo or illustration, browse the huge library of images included with your Articulate 360 subscription.
- Image from file: If you’ve created a custom image, just upload the file from your computer.
In this short video you can see the
Jasmine Saint Claire
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Posted at 00:33h, 14 AugustHey people!!!!!
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Posted at 04:18h, 16 AugustNice article
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Posted at 22:31h, 23 SeptemberYour writing has a way of making even the most complex topics accessible and engaging. I’m constantly impressed by your ability to distill complicated concepts into easy-to-understand language.
XRsep
Posted at 04:13h, 27 OctoberHello!
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Avtoservis
Posted at 19:08h, 01 DecemberJust implemented this in my latest course—looks 100x better! Thanks for the tip!
Stomat
Posted at 16:42h, 03 DecemberWhat happens if you change the image later? Does it automatically update, or do you need to replace it manually?
kupit
Posted at 06:58h, 05 DecemberI added my company’s logo as the thumbnail, and it looks awesome! Huge branding upgrade!
Stomati
Posted at 01:27h, 11 DecemberThis makes courses look way more polished. Thanks for the step-by-step guide!
kupit
Posted at 07:44h, 12 DecemberI usually take a screenshot of my first slide and upload it manually—this is way faster!
Baraba
Posted at 19:41h, 15 DecemberGreat tutorial! Do you know if there’s a way to automate this setting for all courses?
Skolk
Posted at 17:04h, 23 Januarynever noticed the Cover Photo checkbox before—this makes things so much easier!
Protezi
Posted at 20:01h, 23 JanuaryCan you use GIFs or animated thumbnails, or does it have to be a static image?
Cirkon
Posted at 14:50h, 26 JanuarySuper helpful! Do you know if this setting carries over when uploading to LMS platforms like Moodle?
Bazalny
Posted at 14:57h, 26 JanuaryI always used the first slide option, but I’ll try pulling from the Media Library next time.
Smery
Posted at 05:03h, 27 JanuaryJust tried this, and it works like a charm! No more ugly blank screens.
pechati
Posted at 02:32h, 28 JanuaryThanks, Mariano! Does this work for Storyline 2, or is it only for Storyline 360?
Stomat
Posted at 12:09h, 29 JanuaryLife-changing! 😂 I used to add an extra static slide just for this.
Stomat
Posted at 12:39h, 29 JanuaryDo you recommend any specific image size for the thumbnail to look sharp?
Dizayners
Posted at 10:58h, 02 FebruaryNever knew Storyline had a Cover Photo option—thanks for sharing!
pochivka
Posted at 07:32h, 04 FebruaryGreat tip! I always struggled with that blank play button screen. This will make courses look much more professional!