Layouts' FAQs
How can I add a layout inside a playlist?
Learn how to include layouts inside a classic playlist in Yodeck. This feature allows you to rotate multiple layouts sequentially on the same screen, making it ideal when you want to switch between different screen designs while keeping a single playlist assigned to your screens.
In the full article, you’ll see how to add layouts to a classic playlist, how layout duration affects playback and transitions, and what limitations to consider when combining layouts and playlists. The guide also explains best practices to ensure smooth transitions and reliable playback when using multiple layouts in sequence.
How to Create a Layout
Yodeck digital signage provides you with a wide selection of free layout templates. These templates are completely customizable, allowing you to personalize them by adjusting the color theme or incorporating your logo, for instance. This flexibility makes it easy to integrate your own branding effortlessly. Our collection includes templates tailored to various industries, such as menu boards, offices, retail stores, emergency alerts, and promotional materials. Alternatively, you can use our layout editing tool to craft your layouts from scratch.
Lockable Layouts
You can lock specific regions with Lockable Layouts so your teammates can edit only these. Assuming that the specific Teammate has access to that Layout or has the relative Role. This is a Premium Feature; you must be on the Premium Plan to use it
How to create a Custom Ratio
Learn how to configure the correct aspect ratio for your layouts in Yodeck so your content displays properly on your screens. Setting the right aspect ratio ensures your designs fit the screen dimensions without stretching, cropping, or unwanted black bars.
In the full article, you’ll see how to select predefined aspect ratios directly from the Layout Editor, create custom ratios for non-standard screen resolutions, and manage reusable custom ratios from your account settings. The guide also includes best practices for designing layouts that scale correctly across different screen sizes and orientations.
How do I add background audio?
Intro
First of all, I would like to let you know that you can play some background music. Kindly check the steps below to set it up.
- Create a Layout in the Yodeck app
- On the Left Toolbar, select Settings, and then under the Background Audio section you can select the file or the Playlist that you want to hear from the TV screen.
- Inside the Layout editor, add the Media or Playlist that you want to display on the TV screen
- Save the Layout, assign it to the player and Push the content.
FAQ
- Upon setting the background audio, there is no option right now to stop the audio and start the audio from the video displayed on the screen.
- The background audio overlaps; you will hear only that if you configure it.
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