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Overview
Articulate 360 launched with a diverse tool suite. This suite adds collaboration and takes responsive content authoring to a new level. Out of all these tools, Storyline 360 stands out as an offline application. The developers built it specifically for e-Learning developers and instructional designers.
The team also added a large number of new features. These updates help both previous Storyline 2 users and new users remain effective at rapid content authoring. As a matter of fact, the name Articulate 360 suggests that the team developed this software to make e-learning authoring multi-dimensional for the author.
Key Features and Updates in Storyline 360
In brief, listed below are some of features and updates of Storyline 360 which are not present in Storyline 2 as well as Storyline:
Responsive Design and Playback
- Responsive Player: Optimized for tablets and smartphones.
- Responsive Preview Toolbar: Check your layout across various devices instantly.
- Responsive Playback Restrictions: Control how your content is viewed in different orientations.
- HTML5 Gesture Support: Native support for swipes and pinches.
Enhanced Interactivity and Triggers
- Dial Interactions: Create tactile, rotating inputs for learners.
- New Trigger Actions: Trigger events when objects intersect, leave a slide, or enter a slide.
- Motion Path Enhancements: Orient objects to motion paths and rename paths for better organization.
Content and Accessibility
- Content Library Integration: Direct access to templates and characters.
- Closed Captioning: Import captions, use custom fonts, and toggle them via triggers.
- Superior HTML5 Output: Publish to HTML5 first or exclusively for modern browser compatibility.
- Right-to-Left Language Support: Best-in-class support for languages like Arabic and Hebrew.
Storyline 360 in Action: Case Study
Consequently, a sample creative made by using Storyline 360 can be viewed at: http://ow.ly/IuRs309Rnut. Generally, Articulate 360 Content Library, Content library templates, Content library characters, Enhanced picture placeholders, Trigger action when object enters slide, Right-to-left language support are some of the features which were used in making the creative.
In conclusion, this creative work was made as a part of 12th PAN IIM Annual Golf Meet sponsored by Stratbeans Consulting.
FAQ
Q:How does Storyline 360 differ from Storyline 2?
A:Storyline 360 introduces a fully responsive player, native integration with the Articulate 360 Content Library, and advanced triggers (like object intersection), which were not available in Storyline 1 or 2.
Q:Is the content mobile-friendly?
A:Yes. The responsive player adapts to mobile screens automatically. It also supports native HTML5 gestures for a smooth experience.
Q:Can I collaborate with my team using this version?
A:Yes. Storyline 360 allows you to publish content directly to Articulate Review, where stakeholders can provide in-context feedback, drastically speeding up the sign-off process.
Final Thoughts
Moving to Storyline 360 is a significant leap for designers. Articulate now offers a “360-degree” approach to authoring. By combining assets and collaboration tools, you can create professional e-learning faster. Storyline 360 provides the multi-dimensional tools needed for modern digital training.
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