How to Display Video on a Digital Picture Frame

Not all digital picture frames play video. Many are photo-only. If you want to see birthday parties, first steps, and family moments in motion, you need a frame that supports video playback.

Which Frames Play Video?

Nixplay frames are the best option for video. Both the 10.1-inch and 15.6-inch models play video clips up to 15 seconds with sound. The video quality is good and playback is smooth.

Skylight frames play video on the Plus plan ($39/year). Without the subscription, Skylight is photo-only. The video support works well once you pay for it.

Aura frames do play video. Clips can run up to 30 seconds. They play silent while the frame cycles, and you tap the bar to hear sound. Only newer Aura models have a speaker.

Some Frameo-based frames and budget frames claim video support, but it is often limited and unreliable. Stick with Nixplay for the most dependable video experience.

Video Length Limits

Most frames that support video limit clips to 15 seconds. This is enough for highlights, reactions, and short moments. If you have a longer video, trim it to the best 15 seconds before uploading.

How to Send Video to Your Frame

On Nixplay, upload videos through the app just like photos. Select a video from your camera roll, and the app handles the rest. The frame downloads it and adds it to your slideshow rotation.

On Skylight Plus, you can email video clips to your frame the same way you email photos. Attach the video to an email and send it to the frame's address.

Video Format Tips

Most frames accept MP4 video files. Record in landscape orientation for the best look on the frame. Keep clips short and under the frame's size limit. Vertical videos will play but may have black bars on the sides.

Our Recommendation

If video playback is important, get a Nixplay frame. The 10.1-inch model at 10.1-inch model gives you photo and video in one package. For a larger screen with video, the Skylight 15 is the way to go on its Plus plan.