[wp-trac] [WordPress Trac] #61073: Cover Block Improvement

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#61073: Cover Block Improvement
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 Reporter:  dennysdionigi  |      Owner:  (none)
     Type:  enhancement    |     Status:  new
 Priority:  normal         |  Milestone:  Awaiting Review
Component:  Embeds         |    Version:  6.5
 Severity:  minor          |   Keywords:  needs-testing
  Focuses:                 |
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 **Summary**: Enhancement of Cover Block to Improve Video Embedding and
 Source Handling

 **Description**: The current implementation of the Cover Block in
 WordPress 6.5 allows for embedding videos by using a video element with a
 src attribute. This method, however, is limited and does not support the
 use of the `<source>` tag inside the video element, which is crucial for
 providing multiple source formats and enhancing browser compatibility.

 **Enhancement Request**:

 1.  **Support for Inner `<source>` Tags**: Modify the Cover Block to allow
 the use of inner `<source>` tags within the video element. This change
 would enable users to specify multiple video sources and types, which is
 essential for optimal video delivery across different browser types and
 network conditions.

 2.  **Native Embedding of CDN Content**: The current system does not
 natively support embedding videos from popular CDNs like YouTube or Vimeo.
 Users benefit from integrating these platforms as they often offer
 optimized content delivery and additional features like adaptive
 streaming.

     *   **Feature Integration**: Include support for native attributes
 associated with these platforms, such as `muted`, `autoplay`, `loop`,
 etc., within the Cover Block settings. This integration will make it
 easier for users to control video behavior directly from the block editor
 without relying on additional plugins or custom code.

 **Benefits**:

 *   Enhanced media compatibility and performance across different devices
 and browsers.
 *   Simplified user experience by reducing the need for external plugins
 to handle basic video functionalities.
 *   Increased functionality and flexibility for website designers and
 content creators using WordPress.

 **Use Cases**:

 1.  A user uploads multiple video files in different formats (e.g., .mp4,
 .webm) to ensure compatibility across all browsers.
 2.  A content creator needs to embed a muted autoplay video from YouTube
 as a background cover video on their homepage.

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 **Proposed Solution**:

 *   Extend the current video block implementation to include an interface
 for adding multiple video sources via the WordPress editor.
 *   Develop a new integration layer within the block editor that supports
 embedding videos from YouTube, Vimeo, and potentially other CDNs with
 their specific player attributes.

 I believe these enhancements will significantly improve the functionality
 and usability of the Cover Block in WordPress, aligning it more closely
 with modern web standards and user expectations.

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Ticket URL: <https://core.trac.wordpress.org/ticket/61073>
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