MediaSpace: How to Update Video Publishing Status

Overview

This guide explains how to check and update the visibility settings of your videos within MediaSpace to ensure they are shared appropriately.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Access MediaSpace

1. Log in to MediaSpace:
   • Open your web browser and log into my.mines.edu with your Mines credentials.
   • Navigate to the MediaSpace tile within my.mines.edu or use the url, mediaspace.mines.edu.
     

Navigate to My Media

2. Go to My Media:
   • Click on My Media from the My MediaSpace navigation link to access yourmedia library.
     

Edit the Video Publish Settings

3. Locate the video you want to update.
   • Select the appropriate video from your media library
4. Edit the video.
   • Click the pencil icon (Edit) next to the video title to open the editing options.
     

Review and Change the Visibility Setting

5. Select the Publish Tab.
   • On the video editing page, click the “Publish” tab.
     
6. Review the current setting under “Publish Status.”
   • Private: Only you can view the content.
   • Unlisted: Accessible only via direct link.
   • Public: Visible to anyone visiting MediaSpace or via search engines.
     
7. To update the visibility:
   • Select the appropriate option (Private, Unlisted, or Public).
   • Click the “Save” button to apply the changes.
     

Verify the Changes

8. Return to My Media and check the video’s publish status under the video title.

Additional Tips

• If you are unsure which setting to use:
  • Use Private for content that is archived or not ready for sharing.
  • Use Unlisted to share videos only with specific individuals using a direct link.
  • Use Public only for content intended for a broad audience.
• Regularly review your video library to ensure content visibility aligns with your sharing goals.

For additional support, contact the IT Service Desk at 303-278-HELP (4357) or helpdesk@mines.edu.