--- title: "Configure Multiview for LIVE events" slug: "configure-multiview-for-live-events" updated: 2026-04-02T08:14:55Z published: 2026-04-02T08:14:55Z canonical: "docs.viewlift.com/configure-multiview-for-live-events" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.viewlift.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Configure Multiview for LIVE events ### Overview The Multiview feature allows end-users to watch multiple live video streams simultaneously during live events. Administrators configure Multiview presets in the ViewLift CMS, which appear as curated content cards in the Featured/LIVE trays on the application. This article outlines the setup and best practices for CMS admins and details the front-end experience for end viewers. ### CMS Configuration #### Prerequisites - Only LIVE video feeds are eligible for Multiview. - Feed selection is restricted to games/events that are in the LIVE state and are available in the system. #### Supported Platforms - iOS Mobile & Tablet App - Android Mobile & Tablet App - Desktop Web and Mobile Web Browser - tvOS Connected TV (Apple TV) #### Creating and Managing Multiview Presets **Access Multiview Configuration** - In the Content tab, click on “**Collections**” - You can either **Add a new collection** or configure the settings icon of any existing collection. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/15e0c142-c823-4c77-a8e8-9d32ca937982/Images/Documentation/Screenshot 2025-10-13 at 1.38.01 PM(1).png) - In the settings menu, locate the Multiview section. Start a new Multiview preset or edit an existing one. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/15e0c142-c823-4c77-a8e8-9d32ca937982/Images/Documentation/Screenshot 2025-10-13 at 1.38.15 PM.png) **Add details** The following details are required to publish a multi-view - **Title**: Enter a Multiview title, up to 60 uppercase characters, that will appear as the preset title in the Featured/LIVE tray. - **Thumbnail**: Upload a 16X9 thumbnail image for the Multiview card - **Description**: Description of the event **Select LIVE Event and Feeds** - Choose from all currently LIVE or upcoming (scheduled) events. - From the dropdown, select the available live video feeds (main broadcast or alternate camera angles). ![](https://cdn.document360.io/15e0c142-c823-4c77-a8e8-9d32ca937982/Images/Documentation/Screenshot 2025-10-13 at 1.38.32 PM.png) - You may include multiple feeds from different live events, as well as various camera angles from a single game . **Set the Multiview Layout** - For multiview, a maximum of 4 feeds can be configured. If you want to configure 2 streams, select 2 streams from the dropdown. For 3 streams, select 3, and for 4 streams, select up to a maximum of 4. - The order in which feeds are added will be retained and shown to the viewer. **Configure Error Messages and Visual Slates** For each feed, admins can set custom error messages or visual slates: - If a user is not entitled to a feed, the assigned “locked” message appears instead of the video. - If a feed is unavailable (e.g., technical error or feed stopped), the assigned slate and error message are displayed. - To update error messages, navigate to App CMS > Template Builder > Global Settings > Generic Messages > Subscription Messages, and modify the relevant error message as needed. **Save and Publish** - Save your configuration. The Multiview preset will become available under the Featured/LIVE trays for end-users once published. Note: There is no limit on the number of Multiview presets you can create. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/15e0c142-c823-4c77-a8e8-9d32ca937982/Images/Documentation/Screenshot 2025-10-13 at 1.38.59 PM.png) #### Modifying Presets During LIVE Events - Presets can be modified while the event is LIVE. - If a preset is changed after it is already visible to end-users: - The ongoing stream for any user that is affected by changing the Multiview preset will play as is. - For new users or for user who start again (or refresh) the stream the newly configured preset will play ### End-User Experience #### Accessing Multiview - Users log in on the application, complete subscription (if required), and navigate to the homepage or gamepage. - Multiview cards for LIVE events are displayed in either of the following two trays anywhere on the apps - VL LIVE Preview Tray - Commonly used as Featured Tray on Homepage. - VL Tray - Available to be configured across any page as per content strategy ![](https://cdn.document360.io/15e0c142-c823-4c77-a8e8-9d32ca937982/Images/Documentation/Authenticated Homepage - MultiView.png) #### Multiview Player Interactions - In Multiview mode, feeds appear on a single screen as per the preset configuration. - The first feed is always in focus and has active audio. - Users can tap any other feed to shift focus and activate its audio. - Previous focus feed will be muted when another is selected. - Single tap on a video toggles mute/unmute for that feed. - User can double tap on any of the video in order to make it visible in an expanded layout. - Use the ‘Back’ arrow to return to Multiview mode. - Switch between different Multiview presets via player controls (if more than one is available). - Any locked or unavailable feeds display the configured error message or slate instead of video. - If a Multiview preset being viewed is updated or removed, an error message appears, and users must re-select a valid option. - ![](https://cdn.document360.io/15e0c142-c823-4c77-a8e8-9d32ca937982/Images/Documentation/MultiView - 4(1).png) ### Best Practices - Carefully curate feeds and order them according to expected user interest—the first feed draws most attention. - Always upload a distinct, recognizable thumbnail(16X9) for each Multiview card. - Limit title text to 60 uppercase characters for optimal display. - Review and update error messages and slates so they provide clear, actionable guidance to users (e.g., entitlement or technical explanations). - Whenever updating a preset during a live event, consider giving users advance notifications if possible, to reduce confusion.