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Install the JW Player for Flash v5

Step 1: Download the Installation Zip

Installing the JW Player™ onto your page is a simple two-step process. If you haven't already, download the installation ZIP, which contains everything you need to get started.

Step 2: Upload Player Files to Website

Transfer the player.swf and jwplayer.js files from the ZIP to your website. We recommend putting these files in a folder named "jwplayer" in the root of your site. Make sure that you've also uploaded all the necessary videos, songs and/or images to your site.

Step 3: Embed Player Code into HTML

Embed the player in your HTML page with the lines of code below. Note: If you place the files in different directories, make sure to set the references in this code accordingly.

Embed code:

Resulting player:

Notice the flashvars parameter above can contain a list of variables for configuring the player to use different Plugins or Skins. To quickly set up FlashVars, use the setup wizard. Simply choose an example, select the variables you want to use and paste the code onto your page. It's that easy.

NOTE: If you are embedding JW 5.3 for Flash and HTML5, and trying to integrate with the new JavaScript API please refer to JavaScript API Reference for proper instruction on how to use the new API.