The 3Q video player update that delivers even more

Transcripts, chapters, shares — plus a freshly redesigned UI. In this article, we explain the new 3Q video player updates and explain what specific benefits they bring.

Specifically, it concerns:

1. Synchronized transcripts
2. Chapter navigation in the audio player
3. Browser share integration
4. Playlist search function
5. UI & Design Refresh
6. Fixes & Refactoring

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1. Transcript function: Make content visible to everyone

What is a transcript?
A transcript is the spoken text of a video or podcast as readable text — ideally time-coded, i.e. with time stamps that match the individual sentences.

New: The 3Q player shows synchronized transcripts right next to or below the video/audio. Users can search the transcript, click on a result, and jump straight to it. The text that has just been spoken is highlighted in real time. It also supports multilingual transcripts. The feature can be activated with the player configuration parameter `transcript:true` or via our interface.

Why is that important?

• Accessibility: People with hearing disabilities can fully capture content.
• Quick orientation: If you're looking for answers, you'll find them immediately with the transcript search
• More reach: Text is understood by search engines; transcripts increase visibility your content.
• Better user experience: Read, quote, copy — all in one place

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2. Chapter in the audio player for a more overview

What are chapters?
Chapters divide long audio content into named sections (such as “Introduction,” “Interview,” “Q&A”).

New: The 3Q audio player offers chapter navigation. The chapters can be transferred via metadata or configured via playout parameters.

Advantages:

• Quick start: Listeners jump directly to the positions relevant to them
• Better reuse: Individual chapters can be specifically advertised (e.g. “Interview with... from minute 12”)
  

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3. Share with Web Share API

What is the Web Share API?
The Web Share API is an interface for modern web applications that makes it possible to share content such as text, links and files directly via the native sharing menu of the respective system.

New: The sharing function has been redesigned and now offers significantly more alternatives in addition to email sharing and embed code.

Advantage:

• More sharing alternatives mean faster workflow: One click and the link is on its way.

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4. Playlists: Quick discovery instead of long scrolling

What are playlists?

Playlists in a video player are collections of videos that can be played one after the other in a specific order. A playlist consists of several video files that belong together thematically or in terms of content, for example a series, a series of events or music videos.

New: The 3Q audio player now offers a search function within playlists, improved category navigation, optimized loading behavior and a visual consistency.

Advantage:
The search function in a video player's playlist makes it possible to find specific videos or content within a playlist as quickly as possible without having to manually scroll through the entire list.

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5. UI & design: Clearer, more intuitive, more modern

Better hover and focus behavior: The control elements react more precisely and appear smoother.

Active menu focus: If a menu (subtitle, quality, playlist) is opened, other buttons are deactivated and dimmed. This provides clarity and prevents incorrect entries.

Mobile optimized: Menus and overlays automatically adapt to smaller screens and touch navigation is more accessible.

Redesigned subtitle menu: The selected language is clearly marked for better orientation and inactive options appear subtly gray.

Refurbished icon set & interface elements give the player a contemporary look.

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6. Fixes & Refactoring: Faster and more stable under the hood

What does “refactoring” mean?
Refactoring means improving the source code of a software by redesigning the internal structure without changing the external behavior or functionality for users. The aim is to increase the readability, comprehensibility, maintainability and flexibility of the code so that it can be developed more easily and errors can be found and corrected more quickly.

New/improved:

• Audio player core has been simplified and optimized: this means more stability, especially with long audios or changing networks.
• Code cleanup reduces bundle size and improves So that the loading times
• Fix for native subtitles: a display problem when jumping/seek in certain browsers has been fixed
• Higher framework compatibility & more robust embeds: This is how modern setups are optimally supported

Advantages: Faster start times, smoother playback, fewer outliers — particularly noticeable on mobile devices and embedded players.

FAQ

What are time codes?
Timestamps (e.g. 00:12:34), which contains a passage of text exactly with a Location in video/audio link.

How do I activate the transcript view?
Transcripts are provided as a file with timestamps and in the player displayed synchronously. Die search and the Leap in time are then automatically available.

Which formats are typically used?
Common are time-coded text formats such as WebVTT or SRT.

Does the player support multiple languages?
Yes Multi-language transcripts are supported; the current language is clearly highlighted in the subtitle menu.

Does the Web Share API work everywhere?
It is used by modern browsers supports. If it is not available, that applies uniform part overlay as a fallback.

How do I create chapters for the audio player?
Chapters can be metadata handed over or via Playout parameters be configured.

How does playlist search work?
When playlists are activated, users can Title/terms enter and filter directly.

Is there an impact on performance and load time?
The latest update includes a Code cleanup. The result: faster load times and more stable playback, particularly mobile.

What are the benefits of the accessibility update?
transcripts, improved Focus states And a clear subtitle menu make it easier to use with a keyboard and screen reader.

Would you like to test the new features or do you have any questions about the 3Q video player? Please contact our team. We help with setup and best practices.

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