Add media
Overview
Discover how to enhance your documentation by adding images, GIFs, and embedding YouTube or Vimeo videos using DocsHound.
Add Media
Open the context menu that appears when your cusor hovers in the editor
Press the plus button
Select Image, GIF or Video
Upload or embed media
Adjust the settings if needed
Save your changes
Adding Media
Supported Media Types
In DocsHound, you can add various types of media to enhance your documentation.
Images
GIFs
YouTube videos
Vimeo videos
Embedded media will be displayed in the published guide, providing a richer and more interactive experience for your users.
Image Upload Guidelines
When uploading images to DocsHound, we recommend using a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This resolution ensures a clear and high-quality display in the published guide.
Uploaded images can be clicked to view in a zoomed-in mode, providing users with a detailed and enhanced viewing experience.
Embedding Videos
To embed a YouTube or Vimeo video in DocsHound, follow these steps. Click the plus button from the contacts menu, then select the embed video option.
A modal window will appear, where you can choose the embed option. You will see a field labeled 'Paste URL to Media.' Here, paste the URL of your YouTube or Vimeo video.
It is important to ensure that the video's thumbnail or cover image set in YouTube Studio or Vimeo looks good. This thumbnail will be shown in the guide, affecting how the video appears to users.
Set a Good Thumbnail
Make sure the thumbnail for your video looks good and is set in YouTube Studio or Vimeo. This ensures your content appears attractive and professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can embed YouTube and Vimeo videos using the embed option in the modal. Paste the video's URL to add it to your document.
You can upload images in common formats such as JPEG, PNG, and GIF.
No, resizing embedded media within the editor is not supported at this time.
To delete media, select the media you want to remove and press the delete button.