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Magic Autoplay

Magic Autoplay gives the first video interaction a designed prompt instead of relying only on browser autoplay. AtomicPlayer can show the standard Atomicat animation or a custom image/GIF, then start the viewer experience when the visitor engages.

The product copy explains the main behavior: after the viewer presses play, the video can restart from the beginning so the full VSL is heard from the top. Browser autoplay policies still apply, especially for audio on mobile.

Enable Magic Autoplay​

  1. Open the video in Video settings.
  2. Find Magic Autoplay.
  3. Turn the switch on.
  4. Use the standard Atomicat prompt or upload your own image/GIF.
  5. Click Save editions.
  6. Republish Atomicat pages or copy a fresh external embed.

When the standard mode is used, Atomicat shows the built-in animation and reminds you to update the embed code. When a custom file is uploaded, the selected image is saved as the Magic Autoplay asset.

Standard vs custom​

  • Standard Magic Autoplay: Uses Atomicat's built-in animation and requires no upload.
  • Custom image or GIF: Uses your own creative asset, useful when the first frame should match the offer, presenter, or campaign.
  • Disabled: Removes the Magic Autoplay asset or standard mode and shows a reminder to update embeds.

Use a custom asset that looks intentional on both desktop and mobile. Avoid putting tiny legal text or critical offer details only in the Magic Autoplay image, because it is an engagement prompt rather than the full page content.

Autoplay and mute behavior​

AtomicPlayer also has regular Autoplay and Mute settings. Atomicat pairs autoplay with mute in the settings workflow because browsers commonly block autoplay with sound.

Always test:

  • First visit in a private browser window.
  • Return visit if Magic Resume is enabled.
  • iPhone Safari and Android Chrome if mobile traffic matters.
  • The final published domain, not only preview.

Optional smart time window​

Some supported videos can show timing controls for the Magic Autoplay window. Use the start and end values to decide when the Magic Autoplay prompt should apply relative to the video's duration.

If the timing controls are not visible, configure the standard or custom Magic Autoplay asset shown for that video and test the final embed. Do not assume every video backend exposes the same controls.

Update embeds after changes​

AtomicPlayer shows save or upload confirmations that explicitly tell you to update the embed code on your pages. Treat that as required:

  • Republish Atomicat pages that use the video.
  • Replace external HTML snippets after saving Magic Autoplay changes.
  • Clear cache if the old image still appears.

Troubleshooting​

  • If the prompt never appears, confirm Magic Autoplay is enabled and saved.
  • If a custom image does not change, copy a fresh embed or republish the Atomicat page.
  • If autoplay with audio fails, test muted autoplay. This is usually a browser rule, not a broken player.
  • If the range slider is missing, check whether the video is on the Bunny route and whether Magic Autoplay data exists.

Frequently asked questions​

Is Magic Autoplay the same as Mini Hook?

No. Magic Autoplay covers the first engagement beat. Mini Hook is a later timed image segment—see Mini Hook.

Do I violate autoplay policies?

Browsers still govern audio. Keep muted autoplay on when testing, and treat Magic Autoplay as a visual nudge—not a bypass of platform rules.

Why did Atomicat tell me to update embed code?

Magic Autoplay settings are stored in the player configuration and exposed through embed attributes. Republish Atomicat pages or replace external snippets so visitors load the new configuration.

Can I use a GIF?

The Magic Autoplay upload area is presented as an image or GIF upload. Use a lightweight file and test page speed on mobile before sending paid traffic.