How to use Shorts in content?

1. Overview

The Shorts feature is a video-focused module type within the Content section that allows admins to create and publish short-form video content. It provides a simplified structure with a single section, a single page, and one video per page to support a clean Shorts experience across desktop and mobile devices.

2. When to Use

When you want to share short-form video learning content within a module.

When you need a simplified content structure focused only on video playback.

When you want learners to consume quick video-based learning content in a carousel or vertical swipe format.

When creating mobile-friendly learning experiences similar to YouTube Shorts or Instagram Reels.

3. Concepts

Shorts Module Type – A dedicated module type for short-form video content.

Single Content Structure – Allows only one section, one page, and one video content item.

Video Upload Interface – Supports uploading videos in multiple formats.

Carousel View – Displays Shorts content in horizontal card format.

Play Shorts Page – Opens Shorts videos in a focused playback view.

Vertical Swipe Experience – Allows users to swipe through Shorts videos on mobile and desktop.

Seen Status – Tracks whether the learner has completed watching the video.

Content Views – Displays total view count using the eye icon.

4. Set Up Guide

Step 1: Create a Shorts Module

Navigate to the Module page.https://converse.bsharpcorp.com/content

Create a new module or open an existing module.

Select the module type as Shorts.

Step 2: Configure Module Structure

Review the default section and single page created automatically.

Edit the Section Title if required.

Edit the Page Name if required.

Step 3: Add Shorts Content

Open the page inside the Shorts module.

Use the video upload interface displayed on the page.

Upload a video file.

Upload videos in supported formats such as:

MP4

MOV

WebM

Wait for the upload process to complete.

Step 4: Configure Module Access

Add users to the module.

Configure the required module settings.

Step 5: Publish the Shorts Module

Review the uploaded Shorts content.

Click Publish to publish the Shorts module.

5. User View

Shorts content appears in a carousel format with video thumbnails and titles.

Desktop users can scroll through Shorts using:

Mouse scroll

Arrow controls

Touchpad gestures

Mobile users can swipe horizontally through Shorts cards.

Clicking a Shorts card opens the play-shorts page directly without showing the standard landing page.

Videos are displayed in a vertical swipe format similar to YouTube Shorts or Instagram Reels.

Desktop users see video controls on hover.

Mobile users always see video controls.

Videos automatically start preview playback when users hover over the active card on desktop.

If no Shorts videos are available, the message “No Shorts Available” is displayed.

Videos that do not match the container aspect ratio are displayed with black background spacing to maintain original dimensions without distortion.

Videos are marked as Seen after users complete watching them.

6. Reporting

Content Views displays the total number of views across the organization using the eye icon.

Shorts completion data is stored after users complete watching the video.

View tracking is recorded when the Shorts video becomes visible on the user’s screen.

7. Best Practices

Upload videos in supported formats for better compatibility.

Use clear titles for easier identification in the carousel view.

Review video aspect ratios before upload to improve viewing consistency.

Keep Shorts videos concise and focused on a single learning topic.

8. Related Links / FAQs

Q: How many content items can be added inside a Shorts page?A: Only one video content item is allowed per page.

Q: Can additional sections or pages be added to a Shorts module?A: No. Add New Section and Add New Page options are removed.

Q: What happens when users click a Shorts card?A: The content opens directly in the play-shorts page without showing the standard landing page.

Q: What happens if no Shorts videos are available?A: The message “No Shorts Available” is displayed.

9. Version Notes

Last Updated: 19 May 2026