How to Upload and Organize Your Videos
Contents
- Why video organization matters
- Two supported organization models
- When to use a single chapter
- When to use multiple chapters
- How chapters and videos work together
- Video length check before publishing
- Naming videos correctly
- Keep structure and uploads in sync
- Common mistakes to avoid
Why video organization matters
How your videos are named and organized directly affects how people experience your tutorial.
A clear structure makes it easier to follow, pause, resume, and revisit specific parts.
A poor structure creates confusion and friction.
On CGCircuit, the organization defines how the playlist appears in the video player.
Two supported organization models
CGCircuit supports two approaches:
- Single chapter playlist
- Multiple chapters
Choose based on scope, not preference.
When to use a single chapter
Use a single chapter when:
• The tutorial is short
• The topic is very specific
• Only a few videos are involved
In this case, the playlist itself becomes the structure.
Critical requirement
Rename every video inside CGCircuit.
Users should understand what each video contains by reading the title alone.
When to use multiple chapters
Use chapters when:
• The tutorial covers multiple macro topics
• The workflow progresses in stages
• Users may want to revisit specific sections
Chapters help users navigate and orient themselves.
How chapters and videos work together
Chapters group related videos.
Each chapter should:
• Cover one coherent topic
• Contain videos that logically belong together
Videos inside a chapter should stay focused on a single subject.
Naming videos and chapters correctly
Titles are visible in the player.
Best practices:
• Rename each videos and chapters
• Use clear, descriptive titles
• Avoid vague labels like “Part 1.”
Good titles improve the playlist navigation, especially in long tutorials.
Video length check before publishing
Before submitting your tutorial:
• Most videos should be between 5 and 10 minutes
• Split videos that cover more than one topic
This improves pacing and usability.
Keep structure and uploads in sync
Before publishing, confirm that:
• Chapters reflect real topic boundaries
• Videos are ordered correctly
• Titles match actual content
If your final upload differs from your original plan, update the structure.
Common mistakes to avoid
• Uploading long, unfocused videos
• Mixing unrelated topics in one video
• Using raw filenames as titles
• Creating chapters without a clear theme
These issues reduce clarity and harm the viewing experience.