Configuring different types of resource

Prerequisites: To view the resource library you need to be an org admin or a resource admin.

Each resource type has different settings that can be applied to it. This guide explains how to add a resource and how to configure those additional settings for each resource type.

Adding a new resource

In the resource library, click NEW RESOURCE.

Choose the appropriate resource type. Generally it will be obvious which type you should select, but if you're unsure you can scroll down this page to read a summary of each one.

On the resource details window, upload or add the URL of the resource, and add a title and description (depending on the resource, these may be auto-filled). Clicking Advanced reveals the option for a resource to be converted to another resource type (this will vary depending on the resource). Click SAVE when you're done.

The different resource types

HTML is used to upload your own (single page) web documents. It’s useful if you have web format content that uses external embedded resources such as video.	An example of an HTML resource being used in an LX.
Markdown is for entering rich text directly into the LXP.	An example of a markdown resource that has been added to a user contribution object.
Adapt is used for eLearning content made in the Adapt Builder (Adapt). You can use this resource type to upload the zip files that you download from Adapt. Click here to learn more about publishing a course in Adapt.	Once you've uploaded your Adapt course, an extra box will appear beneath the description. This dropdown menu specifies which file should be used to launch your course. You should always select Index.html.
Storyline is used for courses made in the various versions of Articulate Storyline. You can use this resource type to upload the zip files that Storyline exports. Click here to view a full guide on configuring Storyline courses for use in LXP.	An example of a Storyline resource being used in an LX.
Upload can be used for a lot of different types of content. When you upload a file we auto-detect common formats like images, documents, presentations, spreadsheets and MP4 Supported formats include: .doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx, .pdf, .jpg, .gif, .png, .mp4, .m4v, .mp3	An example of an image file being auto-detected by the upload resource.
Rapids is our in-built authoring tool. You can create simple elearning directly from the LXP. Click here to read our full guide on building Rapids content.	An example of a Rapids course.
SCORM is used to upload SCORM enabled e-learning. It has a few advanced settings you can configure: Show SCORM navigation: Some packages come with their own navigation, you can toggle that on and off with this checkbox. Loose identifiers: Use if your content doesn't conform to CMI definitions (255 characters, only alphanumeric, underscore and dashes) you're unlikely to ever need this! Save data on setValue: When enabled, this will fire SCORM events as they happen rather than on LMSCommit / LMSFinish. Clear user state on launch: When enabled, this will reset the progress on each launch of the package.	We support SCORM 1.2 and 2004 3rd and 4th editions.
xAPI is used for uploading xAPI enabled e-learning. If you have the option to export your elearning as xAPI rather than SCORM, we always recommend picking xAPI. Click here to find out more about the differences between the two.
xAPI ADL launch is used for xAPI enabled e-learning content that specifically requires a secure ADL launch.
Youtube embeds videos from Youtube.	To get an embed code from a youtube video; click Share, Embed, and then Copy. To make sure the video fills the window it's displayed in, make sure the width and height in the code are both set to 100%.
URL embeds any web page within the LXP. You could use this for blog posts, articles, anything! Some sites will force learners to open the webpage in a new tab or window, but there will still be a dedicated chat panel in the LXP if you are using this resource in a learning experience with commenting turned on.	An example of a link that needs to be opened in a new window.
Embed Code embeds an element from an external website. This could be used to embed maps, web forms, or any other web content that offers an embed code as a sharing option.	An example of a map embedded in a resource.
LTI stands for learning technology interoperability and can be used to share data and embed content across with various LTI compatible platforms to. with Zoom to embed webinars in the LXP.	An example of an LMS course being embedded in the LXP via LTI.
Vimeo can be used to embed videos from each video hosting site.	To get an embed code from a Vimeo video, click Embed* and Copy embed code.*