Use Insert Video in WPS on macOS through 3 how-to topics, including embedding a local video, linking to a video, and screen recording; 3 items are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Embed a Local Video | Free |
| 2 | 2. Link to a Video | Free |
| 3 | 3. Record Screen | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Embed a Local Video
Entry path: Insert → Video → Embed Video
- Click the Insert tab on the top menu bar.
- Click the Video button.
- Select Embed Video.
- Choose the video file in the file dialog.
- Click Open to finish the insertion.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: A video object appears on the current slide.
- What you can do next: You can continue to move, resize, or preview the video.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: Choosing the wrong file inserts the wrong video.
- Environment note: Make sure the local video file is accessible on the current Mac.
2. Link to a Video
Entry path: Insert → Video → Link to Video
- Click the Video button on the Insert tab.
- Select Link to Video.
- Choose the video file you want to link.
- Finish the action to place the linked video on the current slide.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: A video object appears on the slide and references the external file.
- What you can do next: You can save the presentation and play the linked video later.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: Moving or renaming the original video file may affect playback later.
- Environment note: Make sure the linked file path remains valid during presentation.
3. Record Screen
Entry path: Insert → Video → Screen Recording
- Click the Video button on the Insert tab.
- Select Screen Recording.
- Choose the screen area to record.
- Click the record button to start recording.
- After recording ends, insert the recording into the current slide.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: A newly recorded video appears on the slide after recording is complete.
- What you can do next: You can preview the recording directly in the presentation.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: An incomplete recording area can affect the final result.
- Environment note: The first use may require screen recording permission in macOS.