Web Page Element
Playlist properties
These properties define the web content displayed by the Web Page Element. You can select a single web page or create a playlist of multiple pages to be shown sequentially.
Managing the Playlist
- Add, edit, reorder, or remove playlist items.
- Use navigation controls to browse through playlist items.
- The total duration of all items is displayed.
Web Page Playlist Items
The Type field specifies the source of web content.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| HTML | Displays embedded HTML content instead of a full website. |
| HTML from Content Library | Loads an HTML file stored in the PADS4 Content Library (recommended). Files in the library sync across all systems. |
| Web Page | Displays a website from the Internet or Intranet. Requires internet access. Can also reference HTML files stored outside the content library. These files must be manually distributed to all playback systems. |
| Separator | Creates a pause in the playlist with no content displayed. |
Content Configuration
- Enter HTML code, a website URL, or a file path, based on the selected Type.
- Use the browse button to select a file from the Content Library or your local system.
- External HTML files must include the full file path.
Tip:
The Web Page Element supports any content that a web browser can display, including third-party applications, interactive elements, and streaming media.
Duration
- Sets how long (in seconds) each item remains on-screen before switching to the next.
- Separators introduce pauses in the playlist.
Cropping & Display Adjustments
- Crop: Clips a portion of the web page for display.
- Offset (Left, Top): Defines the starting position in pixels within the element.
- Interactive Cropping: Use the crop tool to manually adjust the visible portion.
- Web Browser Container Size:
- Prevents unwanted realignment of web elements.
- Set a fixed size larger than the visible area to maintain layout consistency.
Additional Considerations
- Memory Leaks: Some web pages contain elements that cause memory leaks, potentially leading to performance issues during playback.
- Live Updates:
- Web pages and HTML files are referenced, not embedded.
- If the source file or website is updated, changes appear automatically during playback.
- Data Source Connection: If the Web Page Element is linked to a data source, playlist settings are disabled, and the displayed content is determined in real-time.