Video Chapters allow viewers to navigate quickly to specific sections of your content, making it easier to find relevant information without scrubbing through the entire video.
ℹ️ INFO: This feature works similarly to chapters on major video platforms like YouTube.
Benefits of using Video Chapters:
Helps viewers save time by jumping directly to relevant sections
Improves content navigation for longer videos
Allows viewers to easily revisit specific parts of your content
Can be used as a workaround for skipping intros or other sections
Create & Manage Chapters
Chapters are added through timestamps in the video description. To add chapters to your video, follow these requirements:
The first timestamp must always be 00:00
Include at least 3 timestamps listed in ascending order
Each chapter must be at least 10 seconds long
Format each timestamp as:
[time] [chapter name]
🔗 Learn more about Content Descriptions
Example Description with Video Chapters
Video Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:20 Main Section
01:30 Second Section
03:40 Third Section
05:00 Conclusion
💡 TIP: For best results, keep chapter names concise and descriptive. This helps viewers quickly understand what each section contains.
Edit or Remove Chapters
To edit or remove chapters from a video, simply modify or delete the timestamps in the video description.
📝 NOTE: Video Chapters will not appear in the back-end preview player. They will only be visible on your live catalog.
Chapters on Different Platforms
Video chapters are available across all platforms, but the viewing experience varies slightly depending on the device.
Web Player
Chapters appear as markers on the video timeline scrubber
Chapter titles display when hovering over the timeline
Viewers can click directly on chapter markers to jump to specific sections
Mobile Apps
Chapters appear in the video timeline
Viewers can tap on chapter markers to navigate
The full chapter list is accessible through the video description
TV Apps
Apple TV: Chapters are accessible through the contextual menu
Roku: Chapter names display when controls are active or when scrolling through the timeline
All TV platforms support chapter navigation with the latest app versions
Use Cases for Video Chapters
Fitness Content
Separate warm-up, main workout, and cool-down sections
Break down different exercise segments
Mark different intensity levels
Educational Content
Divide lessons into topic-based segments
Separate introduction, main content, and summary
Mark different concepts or examples
Entertainment Content
Separate show segments or episodes
Mark different scenes or segments
Highlight special moments or guest appearances
FAQs
Why does 00:00 have to be included as the first timestamp?
Why does 00:00 have to be included as the first timestamp?
The first timestamp must be 00:00 because it establishes the starting point of your video's chapter structure. This timestamp marks the beginning of your first chapter and serves as a reference point for all subsequent chapters in the timeline.
Why aren't my chapters showing up?
Why aren't my chapters showing up?
If your chapters aren't appearing, check that you've:
Included at least 3 timestamps starting with 00:00
Listed timestamps in ascending order
Ensured each chapter is at least 10 seconds long
Published the video (chapters won't appear in the back-end preview)
Can I use chapters to help viewers skip intros?
Can I use chapters to help viewers skip intros?
Yes! While there isn't a dedicated "Skip Intro" button, Video Chapters serve as an effective workaround. By adding chapters to your videos, viewers can easily navigate to specific sections, allowing them to skip intros or any other parts of the video.
Are there formatting issues I should be aware of?
Are there formatting issues I should be aware of?
Some users have reported issues with extra whitespace when copying and pasting timestamps. If your chapters aren't working, try removing any formatting by pasting your text into a plain text editor first, then removing any extra spaces before adding it to your video description, or simply type in the chapters manually.