Media widget

1. Access Your Dashboard

• Log in to Vemcount

• Navigate to your dashboard

• This is where all widgets are created and arranged.

2. Add a New Widget

• Click the blue “+” (Add Widget) button in the top-right corner

• This opens the widget selection panel.

3. Select “Media Widget”

• Choose Media Widget from the available widget types

• This widget enables you to upload or display:

• Images (e.g. branding, instructions)

• Videos (e.g. training, promotions)

4. Upload or Select Media Content (Core Step)

• Upload your media file or select an existing one

• Supported formats typically include:

• Images (e.g. JPG, PNG)

• Videos (depending on system support)

• This is the primary content input step

• Best Practice:

• Use high-quality visuals

• Ensure files are optimised (not too large) for fast loading

• Keep content relevant to the dashboard purpose

5. Adjust Media Display Settings (Optional)

Depending on configuration, you may be able to:

• Resize or scale the media

• Adjust alignment or positioning

• Control how the media fits within the widget

• Best Practice:

• Avoid stretching images (maintain aspect ratio)

• Use landscape formats for dashboard screens

• Ensure readability from a distance (for control rooms)

6. Proceed to Widget Layout

• Click Next

• You will now configure naming and layout.

7. Add Title & Description

• Title (Required): Clearly define purpose

• Description (Optional): Add context

Examples:

• “Store Promotion – Spring Sale”

• “Queue Instructions”

• “Dashboard Overview Guide”

• Keep titles clear and functional, especially for shared dashboards.

8. Customise Appearance (Optional)

You can adjust:

• Widget size (grid layout)

• Background colour

• Best Practice:

• Use larger widgets for visual content

• Align with your brand colours

• Maintain consistency across dashboard

9. Save the Widget

• Click Save

• The widget will now appear on your dashboard and display your selected media