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How to Embed a Video in a Content Page

Learn how to embed YouTube videos into content pages using the media tool or HTML source editor for seamless in-page playback.

Why This Feature Matters

Videos boost user engagement, improve time on page, and help convey valuable information visually. Whether you’re highlighting a property, community spotlight, or market update, embedding videos on your content pages enhances the client experience and supports SEO by diversifying content formats.

 

 

Step-by-Step Instructions

 

 

Method 1: Using the Embedded Media Tool

 

 

  1. Find the YouTube Video

     

    • Go to YouTube and open the video you want to embed.

     

  2. Click “Share” Below the Video

     

    • Click the Share button (next to the Like/Dislike buttons).

    • In the share overlay, click Options and check the box for Long Link.

    • Copy the full video URL by clicking it and pressing CTRL+C (or CMD+C on Mac).

     

  3. Log in to Sierra Admin

     

    • Go to the Content Manager.

    • Click to edit the page where you want to embed the video.

     

  4. Place Your Cursor in the Editor

     

    • Click into the spot where the video should be placed.

     

  5. Click the Filmstrip Icon

     

    • On the toolbar, click the filmstrip icon in the bottom row (toward the left).

    • An Embedded Media Overlay will appear.

     

  6. Paste the Video URL

     

    • In the File / URL field, paste the URL you copied.

    • The remaining fields will auto-fill. Click Insert.

     

  7. Center the Video (Optional)

     

    • Click the video in the editor once.

    • Then click the Center Align icon (top row, third from the right).

     

  8. Save Your Changes

     

    • Click Save and Exit or Save and Continue to apply the changes.

     

 

 

 

 

Method 2: Using the HTML Source Editor

 

 

  1. Open the YouTube Video

     

    • Go to the YouTube video you want to embed.

     

  2. Click “Share” → “Embed”

     

    • Click Share, then click the Embed button in the overlay.

    • Uncheck “Show suggested videos” if desired.

    • Click Copy to copy the embed code.

     

  3. Open the HTML Source Editor in Sierra

     

    • In the page editor, click the HTML source editor icon (in the second row of the toolbar).

     

  4. Paste the Embed Code

     

    • Paste the code into the HTML overlay.

    • Click Update to return to the main editor.

     

  5. Save Your Page

     

    • Click Submit or Save and Exit to publish the embedded video.

     

 

 

 

Best Practices

 

  • Use the “Embed” code method if you need more control over video settings (e.g., disabling related videos).

  • Always center videos for better visual alignment on the page.

  • Avoid placing too many videos on one page, which may slow down page load times.

 

 

 

Troubleshooting Common Issues

 

Problem: The video doesn’t show after saving.

Solution: Double-check the URL or embed code. Make sure you’re not pasting into a broken tag or unsupported block.

 

Problem: Suggested competitor videos show at the end.

Solution: Use the Embed method and uncheck the suggested videos option before copying the code.

 

 

FAQs

 

Q: Can I use a Vimeo link instead of YouTube?

A: Yes, but you’ll need to use the embed code specific to Vimeo. Let us know if you need help with that.

 

Q: Is it better to use the media tool or HTML embed?

A: For simplicity, use the media tool. For customization, use the HTML embed.

 

Q: Can I upload my own video file directly?

A: It’s best to upload videos to platforms like YouTube or Vimeo, then embed. Uploading directly can slow down your page.