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Getting Started

1. Getting Started

1.1 Introduction

  • Overview of the Adctv Creative Builder
  • Supported platforms (Desktop, Mobile, Interactive CTV)
  • System requirements and browser compatibility

1.2 Account Setup

  • Creating an account
  • User roles and permissions
  • Team management and collaboration features

1.3 Interface Overview

  • Navigation and layout
  • Toolbar and panels
  • Canvas workspace
  • Properties panel
  • Components
  • Asset library
  • Timeline panel

2. Creative Builder Fundamentals

2.1 Project Setup

  • Creating a new project
  • Choosing platform and dimensions
  • Setting project properties
  • Understanding safe zones and margins
  • Managing project templates

2.2 Working with Components

  • Component types (shapes, images, text, video)
  • Component hierarchy and organization
  • Component properties and styling
  • Groups and nesting
  • Component visibility and locking

2.3 Design Tools

  • Shape tools and vector editing
  • Text formatting and typography
  • Image handling and optimization
  • Color management and gradients
  • Effects and filters
  • Component library
  • Layers

2.4 Responsive Design

  • Creating responsive layouts
  • Breakpoint management
  • Dynamic scaling and positioning
  • Platform-specific considerations

3. Animation and Interactivity

3.1 Timeline Basics

  • Understanding the timeline interface
  • Keyframes and tweening
  • Animation properties
  • Easing and timing functions
  • Animation preview and playback

3.2 Advanced Animation

  • Multi-layer animations
  • Path animations
  • Sprite sheets and frame-by-frame
  • Transition effects
  • Loop controls

3.3 Interactive Elements

  • Button states and hover effects
  • Click events and triggers
  • Custom actions and scripts
  • Video controls and playback options
  • Interactive hotspots

3.4 Multi-page Navigation

  • Creating multiple scenes/pages
  • Navigation controls
  • Transition effects between pages
  • State management
  • Progress tracking

4. Campaign Management

4.1 Campaign Structure

  • Creating campaigns
  • Campaign organization and hierarchy
  • Campaign settings and properties
  • Campaign duplication and templates
  • Archive and restore options

4.2 Creative Management

  • Adding creatives to campaigns
  • Creative versions and variations
  • Creative approval workflow
  • Creative testing and preview
  • Bulk operations

4.3 Placement Management

  • Understanding placement types
  • Creating and configuring placements
  • Placement targeting options
  • Scheduling and rotation
  • Placement status monitoring

4.4 Tags and Implementation

  • Tag generation process
  • Tag types and formats
  • Implementation guidelines
  • Testing and validation
  • Troubleshooting common issues

5. Analytics and Reporting

5.1 Analytics Overview

  • Available metrics and KPIs
  • Real-time vs. historical data
  • Data collection methodology
  • Custom event tracking
  • Data export options

5.2 Campaign Analytics

  • Campaign performance dashboard
  • Conversion tracking
  • Geographic distribution
  • Device and platform breakdown
  • Campaign comparison tools

5.3 Creative Analytics

  • Creative performance metrics
  • Interaction rates
  • View-through rates
  • A/B testing results
  • Heat maps and interaction maps

5.4 Placement Analytics

  • Placement-level reporting
  • Delivery metrics
  • Viewability tracking
  • Site performance analysis
  • Placement optimization

6. Best Practices and Guidelines

6.1 Design Best Practices

  • Platform-specific guidelines
  • Performance optimization
  • Asset preparation
  • Accessibility considerations
  • Brand consistency

6.2 Technical Guidelines

  • File size optimization
  • Supported formats and codecs
  • Browser compatibility
  • Mobile considerations
  • Load time optimization

6.3 Campaign Optimization

  • Performance monitoring
  • A/B testing methodology
  • Optimization strategies
  • Troubleshooting guide
  • Case studies and examples

7. API and Integration

7.1 API Documentation

  • Authentication and access
  • Available endpoints
  • Request/response formats
  • Rate limits and quotas
  • Error handling

7.2 Third-party Integrations

  • Available integrations
  • Setup and configuration
  • Data synchronization
  • Tracking implementation
  • Custom integration options

8. Support and Resources

8.1 Help Center

  • Frequently asked questions
  • Troubleshooting guides
  • Video tutorials
  • Knowledge base articles
  • Release notes

8.2 Support Options

  • Technical support contact
  • Feature requests
  • Bug reporting
  • Training resources
  • Community forums