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Can Microsoft Forms Use a Custom Video in the Form Title?
Question details
The user is looking for a way to insert a custom video directly into the title section of a Microsoft Form.
- Product
- Microsoft Forms
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Customizing the appearance of a Microsoft Form by adding multimedia content to the form's header or title area.
- Observed behavior
- Currently, the Microsoft Forms title section only supports image files and built-in live themes. It does not support custom video files.
Before modifying your form's design, ensure you have the correct video URL ready (such as a YouTube or Microsoft Stream link), as forms only support embedding web-hosted videos rather than local video file uploads.
Embed a Video Within a Form Question
Since the main title area does not support video files, the best workaround is to add your video directly into the first question field of the form.
While the header is restricted to images, Microsoft Forms allows you to insert videos into individual questions. By placing a video in the very first question, you can effectively present it at the beginning of your form before users start answering.
Navigate to Microsoft Forms and open the specific form you wish to edit.
Click the 'Add new' button and select a question type, such as 'Choice' or 'Text'.
Click on the media icon (Insert media) located on the right side of the question text box.
Select 'Video' from the media options, paste the URL of your YouTube or Microsoft Stream video into the provided field, and click 'Add'.
Customize the Title with Supported Images or Live Themes
Enhance the visual appeal of your form's header using the supported image features or animated live themes instead of a video.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I upload a video directly from my computer to Microsoft Forms?
No, Microsoft Forms only supports pasting video URLs from supported hosting platforms like YouTube or Microsoft Stream. You cannot upload MP4 or other video files directly from your local hard drive.
What image formats are supported in the Microsoft Forms title?
Microsoft Forms supports standard web image formats such as JPG, PNG, and GIF for customizing the form title or question media.
Will Microsoft Forms support custom title videos in the future?
Currently, custom videos in the title are not supported by Microsoft. Users are encouraged to vote for this specific feature request on the official Microsoft Feedback portal to influence future updates.
How do I add an animated background to my form?
You can add an animated background by clicking the 'Theme' button in the top right corner of the form builder and selecting one of the built-in 'Live themes' (identifiable by the play icon in their thumbnail).
