Screen content and connections

Choose how to connect content to your screen

Bring your menu, team calendar or local weather to a screen. Each content type needs a different connection.

An office reception with a welcome screen
Example screen

Show arrival instructions on the reception screen

Reception · Example message
Hello. Come on in.

Please check in at the front desk.

On the screen · Example
07:00Breakfast

Show the welcome in the morning and today’s events at lunch.

Connection types and status This directory labels native widgets, feeds, uploads and web embeds separately. A planned connection is not a verified integration.

Native widget

Weather

A location, current conditions and a visible update time. Screen refresh and offline behavior need player testing.

Build-time preview availablePreview the weather
Feed

Calendar

An approved iCal feed for events and reminders. This is not an automatic Google account connection. Check feed access and time zones.

Planned for the screen app
Upload

Images, video & documents

Images and videos are core signage content. PDF and PowerPoint playback need format tests, especially fonts and animation.

PNG export works in the menu maker
Web embed

Web pages & Google Slides

A public or appropriately shared page may be displayed. Publish-to-web is different from native Drive sync. Private dashboards need an access review.

Compatibility check required
Feed

News ticker

Short updates from an approved RSS source. Check source permissions, refresh time and how long each message remains on screen.

Planned for the screen app
Native widget

QR codes

Point people to your existing guide, ordering page or sign-up form. Test the code from the real viewing distance.

Planned for the screen app
Stream playback

YouTube & live streams

Show sources you have permission to use. Internet is required. Playback support does not include business screening rights.

Source and player check required
Native widget

Clock & countdown

Keep a local time or an event countdown in view. Confirm the time zone and what should appear when the countdown ends.

Planned for the screen app
Check access before connecting

Check whether a web page can display on your TV

Some pages prevent embedding. Others need a login that a shared TV should not retain. Start with the source and access requirements, then test the actual screen view.

Before connecting a source

  • Decide who should see the content.
  • Check sharing permissions and any provider terms.
  • Choose a refresh interval that the source permits.
  • Check what appears when the source is unavailable.
  • Review the screen from a visitor’s point of view.

Plan content for your office or lobby screens

07:00 Breakfast