Categories
Categories are the top-most level of the taxonomy, that are used to publish structured content to the Direct-To-Consumer Apps or Syndication Feeds.
Channels
Titles are a vital means of organizing video content in the appropriate manner for publishing. Metadata is added at this level to push information to Direct-To-Consumer Apps and Syndication Feeds.
- Movie
A Movie Title is used within the taxonomy to differentiate between feature films and episodic content.
- Series
A Series title is used within the taxonomy to structure episodic content within a central series title.
- Specials
A Specials title is used within the taxonomy to place miscellaneous content organized into a single or multiple playlists.
Playlists
Playlists are used within the taxonomy to organize video content to be placed into a title. These can also be created automatically through the use of Videos.
Videos
Videos are the base-level part of the taxonomy structure.
Metadata is added at this level to push information to Direct-To-Consumer Apps and Syndication Feeds.
FAST-Style Channels
Channels in DotstudioPro can also be used to simulate FAST-style, auto-starting linear experiences. By assigning a Playlist to a Channel, you can create a continuously looping playback environment that begins automatically when a viewer opens the Channel.
This setup allows you to organize and present genre-based or thematic content as always-on channels across Web, Mobile, and CTV platforms.
Playlist Assignment
A Playlist containing your selected films or TV episodes is created and assigned directly to the Channel. The Channel will automatically play through this content in order and loop indefinitely.Channel Syncing
Once configured, the Channel is added to a Rail or Category within your DSP CMS, allowing it to appear in your app’s content structure.Platform Sync
Rails or Categories containing the Channel can be synced to any supported platforms, including Web, Mobile, and CTV apps (Direct to consumer apps)
Viewer Experience
When a user interacts with your app, a FAST-Style Channel functions as follows:
The user selects a Channel displayed within a synced Rail or Category.
The Channel detail page loads.
Playback begins automatically.
The assigned Playlist loops without interruption until the viewer exits.
This enables you to present genre collections (e.g., Sci-Fi, Horror, Comedy) as continuous, auto-starting channels.
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