Video Playback issues - Stream (SharePoint) barely usable
Hello, We’re currently experiencing issues with playback of videos on Microsoft Stream (SharePoint) which we have never had with the Stream (Classic). At this point Stream (SharePoint) is barely usable. Around May 2023 we started using the Stream (SharePoint) Since the videos were not processed anymore and are dependent on automatic codec assignment, we couldn’t upload videos from our footages that was by default .mp4 as it wouldn’t play back This is why we had to opt in to using .avi which seemed to work OK at the time However issues were discovered on 14/09/2023 – some videos were playing at a different speed than they should (for example a video that was normally 2 minutes long would only be 1 minute 45 seconds long on stream, making the video look sped up) I've tried uploading several videos but couldn't find patters as to why this is happening It got worse - uploads in .avi format since October 26th won’t playback at all - receiving a generic error message. We didn’t appear to have any issues with the videos that were uploaded prior to this date (we don’t upload videos daily, though). Since this date I was trying to upload a different variety of videos that were playing back with a mixed ratio of success .mp4 videos would still not play at all .avi videos would only play sometimes, these are the differences I found between them Data rate – 4946kbps and 9.52 frames/second and audio bit rate 64kbps - (WORKING) Data rate - 2115kbps and 12.50 frames/second and audio bit rate 32kbps - (NOT WORKING) I wasn't able to report the issue with the 'report' button as it doesn't do anything - once you refresh the page, you get a flash of the 'submit report' page, seeing what you should've seen after pressing the report button The only format that seems to be working fine is at this moment is .mkv (I haven't tested others) This is however not a viable option for us as we need to upload the video in its original and unedited export. Not to mention the extra work with having to convert all videos and other inconveniences that the new Stream is causing compared to Stream (classic) 07/11/2023 – As I’m writing this up, I went back to check the videos that had issues with playback speed – they weren’t sped up anymore and play they way they should've. However, when I tried to open them again for the second time they would not playback at all anymore. I’ve tried Edge (Version 119.0.2151.44) and Firefox on the same Windows 10 PC receiving the same results. Sometimes wrong videos would be opened as well (opening video A but video C opens instead in a new tab). In addition, the videos that won't playback don't give any error messages from today's tests - only endlessly spinning loading circle Same results on a separate Windows 11 laptop on Edge (Version 118.0.2088.76) Even more strange is that on an old Surface Go 2 (Intel Pentium 4415Y) Edge (version118.0.2088.76) The videos that were sped up are still sped up and the newly uploaded videos that didn't playback on other Windows PCs, are working on this tabletNew Stream 'Playlist' template in Microsoft Lists
The recent SharePoint blog, Use Playlists to create collections of video or audio files in Microsoft 365, introduced Playlists - a new and simple way to curate and share video or audio collections within Microsoft 365. In the article, you can learn how Playlists can be created directly from Microsoft Stream or via Lists creation across Office, SharePoint and Lists. It also highlights how it can be used to create an organized collection of podcasts, training videos, product demo videos, Teams meeting recordings, or other audio/video content. What types of playlists will you create for your organization or community?
How to share Stream video recording extrenally outsideof organization
Hi Guys, really need some help I signed up for MIcrosoft 365 Business mainly due for Microsoft Stream as I really wanted to be able to record Training Videos for both my Employees (Internally) & Customers (Externally) But I am shocked that 1. I am only allowed to screen record for a maximum of 15mins?? Is this for real?? whats the point of Microsoft Stream if I can't screen record for longer than 15min?? 2. I am unable to share the videos externally (outside of the organization)?? Am i correct on the above 2 statements or is something wrong with my Microsoft Stream?? If I am correct, it looks like I need to subscribe to Microsoft Loom Appreciate any help in advance 🙂
Latest Microsoft Stream Features and Updates
The latest Stream blog - Video in the Flow of Work - spotlighted updates and new features for video in Stream, OneDrive, and SharePoint. Some features included video captions and transcripts for all, offline caption and transcript editing, custom thumbnails, a preview of the Stream web app and more. What are some of your favorite new features, and what upcoming features are you looking forward to?Commenting on a Microsoft Stream video or audio file in SharePoint
SharePoint recently announced a new feature that allows you to have threaded conversations on a Stream video or audio file saved in OneDrive or SharePoint. This update provides a cohesive and familiar commenting experience like the one used in Lists, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. How do you think you will utilize this update? What are some best practices you have found with collaborating on a shared Microsoft Stream video file?
