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How Do I Upload to the Media Library?

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You can upload audio or video files directly to Panopto by following the steps outlined below

How to Upload to the Media Library

  1. Log in to your Canvas course (canvas.brown.edu) and select Media Library from the left navigation
  1. At the top, click the Create button next to the search bar.
  1. There will be a drop down menu that allows you to Upload mediaRecord a new session (which requires the Personal Recorder software), or Record in Browser with Panopto Capture

  2. Select Upload Media 

  1. The upload window will open.
  1. You can upload files from your computer by dragging them into the "Choose video or audio files" area or by clicking and selecting file(s) from your computer browser.
  2. Your video will then begin uploading

While the video is uploading you can edit the video title.

  1. Once the video is uploaded it will begin processing. Once it has reached this stage you can exit the upload screen.
  1. Once you return to the course playlist, the new media asset/video will show the processing status and will become active for all viewers once complete. At this time, if desired, you can edit the video description or attach a PDF.

Need Additional Help?

  • For help with Media Library, lecture capture or classroom technology,  please TEXT (401) 863-3600 for the Brown OIT Media Services team. If you would like to schedule a Classroom Orientation with the Media Services team, please fill out this form

  • For help with Canvas, please contact [email protected]

  • To discuss strategies for implementing Canvas and DLD approved integrated learning tools into your course, please contact [email protected]

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