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# Introduction

The **Video/Sound** element allows for the playback of **video and/or audio files** in a multimedia presentation. It supports **industry-standard file formats** and includes various options for **playback customization**, **effects**, and **real-time data integration**.

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## **Properties Overview**

| **Property Section**            | **Description**                                                                    |
| ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Alignment**                   | Sets the **horizontal and vertical** alignment of videos.                          |
| **Alternate Options**           | Defines how the element **switches between playlist items**.                       |
| **Background Color**            | Specifies the **background color** of the element.                                 |
| **Border**                      | Sets the **border color, width, and style**.                                       |
| **Data Provider**               | Connects the element to an **external data source** for real-time content updates. |
| **Data Source Text Conversion** | Defines how the element **processes multi-line text** from data sources.           |
| **Default Duration**            | Sets the **default playback duration** for playlist items.                         |
| **Default Transition Effect**   | Determines the **incoming transition effect** for content.                         |
| **Fading**                      | Enables **fade-in and fade-out** effects for sound.                                |
| **Flip**                        | Flips the video **horizontally or vertically**.                                    |
| **Identification**              | Assigns a **unique identifier** to the element within the page.                    |
| **Play List**                   | Specifies the **videos and sounds** to be played.                                  |
| **Play List Options**           | Controls **how playlist items are played**.                                        |
| **Position**                    | Determines the **exact placement** of the element within the page.                 |
| **Proof of Play**               | Logs playback information for **tracking purposes**.                               |
| **Property Bindings**           | Binds properties to an **external data source** for real-time updates.             |
| **Reflection**                  | Displays the element **with a reflection effect**.                                 |
| **Rotation**                    | Sets a **rotation angle** for the element.                                         |
| **Rules**                       | Defines **automated behaviors** based on conditions.                               |
| **Size**                        | Determines the **width and height** of the element.                                |
| **Skew**                        | Allows **angled placement** of the content.                                        |
| **Slide Show Options**          | Enables the **pause and resume** feature for videos.                               |
| **Speed Ratio**                 | Adjusts the **playback speed** of videos.                                          |
| **Streaming Video**             | Enables **streaming video playback**.                                              |
| **Transparency**                | Adjusts the **level of transparency** for the element.                             |
| **Visibility**                  | Controls whether the **element is visible during playback**.                       |
| **Performance Settings**        | Provides **optimization options** for video performance.                           |
| **Volume**                      | Sets the **audio level** for videos and sounds.                                    |

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## **Remarks**

* This section **only covers video/sound-specific properties**.
* A detailed description of **common properties** (e.g., positioning, visibility, transitions) can be found in the **Page Element Properties** section.