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Notes Links

Send a Video file for review-and-approval with time code comments and annotation.

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Written by Owen Badger
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At CREE8, we’re all about making collaboration simple and efficient. With Notes Links, sharing video files for review and feedback has never been easier. Whether you’re collecting approvals or annotating files as a team, Notes Links keep feedback streamlined and accessible.

Why use Notes Links?

  • Streamline Feedback: Team members can leave comments directly on your shared file, making feedback actionable and organized.

  • Centralize Approvals: Easily track who’s reviewed or approved your file in one place.

  • Stay Secure: You’re in control of permissions, ensuring your content is accessible only to the right people and never leaves your storage.

You can create a Notes Link with the CREE8 Desktop App, through your Web Browser, and inside your workstation. Click the drop down for your preferred method.

How to Create a Notes Link from the Desktop App or Web Browser

  1. Navigate to your Projects

    • Start by logging into your CREE8 Workspace using the Desktop App or Web Browser using your credentials.

    • Click on the Projects icon on the left-hand menu.

  2. Locate your media file

    • Select the project where your media is located.

    • Click through the file path to locate the file.

  3. Start a new Notes Link

    • Select the drop down options and select Notes Link

  4. Set Up Your Link

    • Give your Notes Link a clear and memorable name. Adjust Link Expiry and download option to ensure your content is protected. Select Next.

  5. Select Link Access Restrictions

    • Choose who can access your link.

      • NOTE: Selecting "Log in required" restricts access to users that have an active CREE8 profile.

    • Select Next.

  6. Share!

    • Your link is now ready to share with collaborators for review, annotations, and comments. Select the "Copy Link" button and paste into your favorite comms app (email, text, slack, etc.)

How to Create a Notes Link from your Workstation

  1. Go to the Links Tab

    • In your CREE8 workstation, navigate to the Links tab from your Workstation Dashboard.

  2. Start a New Notes Link

    • Open the Notes section and click the blue "Add +" button to begin creating your link.

  3. Select your Media

    • Select the Project where your media lives. Next select the folder icon to use explorer to locate the file. You can then drag and drop into the media area on the right of the Notes screen.

  4. Set Up Your Link

    • Give your Notes Link a clear and memorable name. Adjust Expiration Date, Download Option, and Link Protection options.

      • NOTE: Selecting "CREE8 Login" restricts access to users that have an active CREE8 profile.

  5. Save and Share

    • Click Save to finalize your Notes Link. It’s now ready to share with collaborators for review, annotations, and comments. Select the Copy icon on the left or select and copy the URL.

    • Paste into your favorite comms app (email, text, slack, etc.)


Pro Tip: You can only create Notes Links with .mp4, .mkv, .mov, .mp3, and .wav files. If you have a file in a different format you can create a Share Link.


FAQs

Where can I view my Notes Links?

You can always access your active Collaboration Links by selecting the
Projects icon and then selecting the "Links" tab.

Can I edit a Notes Link after sharing it?

Yes, you can update the name, permissions, or even replace the file. Any changes will automatically reflect for your collaborators.

Who can access a Notes Link?

Access depends on the permissions you set when creating the link. If you would like to change these permissions you can select the Green Lock in the Links section of the Projects menu.


For more support or questions, reach out to us—we’re here to help you unlock your team’s full creative potential..

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