SharePoint 2010 - Advanced

How to Embed Audio files

Audio files (MP3 and MP4) and the Media Web Part

Audio files are commonly in the MP3 or MP4 file format. Avoid using WAV files as these can be quite large and not optimized for the web.

Copyright Laws

Make sure you obtain legal rights or written permission to use audio files on your web page. Do not break copyright laws, you can be held personally responsible.

Optimize Your Files

Make sure the audio file is optimized for the web before uploading it to the server. Large files will slow the server and provide a less than satisfactory experience for your visitors. Best Practice is to keep files smaller than 5MB in size for optimal performance.

Upload Your Audio Files

1. Navigate to the Documents folder where you will upload your audio files from the Manage Content and Structure menu.
    
   
   
2. In the Documents folder, upload the audio files by selecting New Item.
   
   
   
3. Complete the Upload Document screen fields and select OK.
   
   
   
4. Select the check box by the audio files (MP3 or MP4) and choose the Actions menu and Publish.
   
   
   

Embed Audio Files

Refer to the Media Web Part section for instructions on how to embed audio (MP3 or MP4) files in your pages.