How to Add a YouTube Video Gallery to Your WordPress Site

How to Add a YouTube Video Gallery to Your WordPress Site

Video content is an effective way to interact with website visitors. It could also boost the rate of conversion. But, constructing an influential YouTube video gallery that will only slow down your website or consume excess storage space is almost impossible with an extension Plugin.

This is where the WP RSS Aggregator and the brand-new templates add-on arrive. With these tools, it is possible to set up custom feeds to cater to various types of content and direct them to your WordPress website. After that, you can design the ideal layout to display the range, which includes grid-like galleries.

In this article, we’ll examine the benefits of a YouTube video gallery for your website. We’ll also show you how to set it up with the help of WP RSS Aggregator and The Templates Add-on. Let’s get started!

An Introduction To YouTube Video Galleries

As with gallery galleries for images, videos can also be an elegant, sleek method of displaying videos on your WordPress website. Arranging videos neatly and sharing essential information galleries can simplify browsing and aid visitors in finding the information they require.

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There are a variety of applications for YouTube video galleries. Initially, if you create content regularly on YouTube, uploading your videos on your website could increase awareness and bring more viewers to your YouTube channel.

However, there are various ways to include video content in your business or eCommerce websites. In particular, for example, you can make product demonstrations, campaign videos, or even a company’s introduction video that catches the visitors’ attention and motivates customers to purchase.

Unfortunately, uploading videos to the WordPress Media Library has some disadvantages. The extensive media files will quickly occupy your storage space, which can cause issues on your site. Additionally, they could cause delays in loading, which can lead to lengthy and lengthy wait times for visitors.

Many WordPress users resolve the problem by storing their files outside via YouTube and other platforms for video streaming. They then use a plugin to display videos using practical media players on their sites. This is the best method of getting your video gallery running without harming your website.

How To Add A YouTube Video Gallery To Your WordPress Site (In 4 Steps)

Although several plugins help you create YouTube gallery pages, WP RSS Aggregator allows you to personalize your gallery to suit your needs with its template add-on. Assuming you have already begun a YouTube channel and want to set up your gallery, it is as simple as four steps.

Step 1: Install And Activate WP RSS Aggregator Templates

To set up the YouTube videos gallery, you’ll require the WP RSS Aggregator plugin for free and The premium template add-on.

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The most effective way to get this extension is to purchase any of our packages starting at $59 per year.

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Another option is to purchase this Templates add-on license at $39 for the year. When you’ve completed your purchase, you’ll receive a download .zip file for each add-on and individual license keys.

Go to Your WordPress dashboard and go to the Plugins tab, then Create New > Upload Plugin. Here, you can drag and drop your Templates .zip file:

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After that, click “Install Now” and activate the Plugin. It’s essential to be aware that you must install the WP RSS aggregator plugin activated and installed before you can use templates or any other extensions.

After your add-ons have been activated and installed, you’l l receive a message asking you to input your license key. Click on the appropriate link or go to RSS Aggregator’s Settings, then Licenses, and then enter the key(s) you received in the .zip file(s):

Image alt=”Entering your Templates License Key.” src=”https://wpmayor.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/templates-license-key.png”/>

Click on the activate license button.

Step 2: Set Up Your YouTube RSS Feed

The next step is to make a feed for your YouTube channel. Go through RSS Aggregator > Feed Sources > Create new on your dashboard. Start by adding the URL of your rut and then verifying the feed:

Image alt=”Creating an YouTube feed source.” src=”https://wpmayor.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/youtube-feed-source.png”/>

After that, scroll down and change the featured image drop-down menu to an Enclosure Picture. This is important because it sets your gallery to show the thumbnails of your videos. After you’ve completed these two aspects, you’ll be able to customize your feed.

Select the number of videos your gallery will show (limit) and whether or not you want to link the channel (link source). If you’re satisfied with your settings, click the button to publish your feed. Button.

This will cause a feed preview widget to show up within the Editor. Additionally, you’ll see the number of items within your feed listed in the Feed Sources list. Once you have your channel’s YouTube feed set to go, you’re ready to start thinking about how to present it.

Step 3: Create Your Video Gallery Template

This is where the Templates add-on is useful. When WP RSS Aggregator can bring your videos onto your website, your templates allow you to show them as galleries. Start creating your first template by clicking RSS Aggregator > Templates Create New.

Your template will require a name so that you can later refer to it. After that, you can choose your template type from the dropdown. The grid is the best choice for YouTube videos since it allows you to show the thumbnail image clearly:

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Then, you can select the specific information you wish to include for each object within your photo gallery. There are a variety of options to choose from:

  • Video title
  • Original publication date
  • Name of the source
  • Video Author
  • The featured image
  • A short description of the video

 

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