Supported Platforms
Anxin Learn supports major global streaming platforms and cloud drive services via its built-in video parsing engine.
1. Online Video Platforms
Q: Which online platforms are supported?
A: We support the following major platforms:
| Platform | Single Video | Playlist | Max Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bilibili | ✓ | ✓ | 720p |
| YouTube | ✓ | ✓ | 1080p+ |
| TED | ✓ | ✗ | 1080p |
| Vimeo | ✓ | ✗ | 1080p+ |
| TikTok | ✓ | ✗ | 1080p |
| Douyin | ✓ | ✗ | 1080p |
| Dailymotion | ✓ | ✗ | 720p |
Q: Any optimized platforms?
A: We have deeply optimized the following:
- Bilibili — Supports video and collection parsing, automatically filters danmaku and comments.
- YouTube — Supports videos and playlists (max 15 items), supports Shorts.
Details: Bilibili FAQ | YouTube FAQ
2. Cloud Drives
Q: Which cloud drives are supported?
A: Current support status:
| Platform | Status | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Baidu Drive | ✓ Supported | Streaming, Multi-Directory Batch Import, batch import |
| Aliyun Drive | In Dev | Coming Soon |
Q: What are the features of Baidu Drive support?
A: Full support provided:
- Streaming — No download needed, instant play.
- Smooth Quality — Supports 480p smooth playback.
- Multi-Directory Batch Import — Automatically recognize the folder structure and import it into a collection
- Multi-account — Switch between multiple accounts.
Details: Baidu Drive FAQ
3. Local Import
Q: Can I import videos from the photo album?
A: Yes. Supports importing from the phone's gallery, playing in original quality.
Q: What video formats are supported?
A: Powered by FFmpeg, supporting almost all mainstream formats:
| Format | Rating | Note |
|---|---|---|
| MP4 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Most universal, best compatibility |
| MKV | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Best for HD, supports multi-track |
| MOV | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Apple recording format |
| AVI | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Classic format |
| WebM | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Web standard |
| M3U8 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | HLS streaming |
Theoretically supports all formats decodable by FFmpeg.
4. Adding Videos
Q: How to add videos?
A: Recommended: Smart Clipboard Detection (Fastest):
- In Bilibili or YouTube App, click Share > Copy Link.
- Switch back to the Anxin Learn App.
- A "Video Link Detected" prompt appears at the bottom.
- Tap to confirm adding.
If detection fails, go to Settings > Video Management > Add > Online Video and paste manually.
Q: What link formats are supported?
A: We automatically recognize:
- Bilibili standard links and
b23.tvshort links. - YouTube standard links and
youtu.beshort links. - Standard links from other platforms.
Q: Are tracking parameters kept?
A: No. To protect privacy, we strip tracking parameters (like ?spm_id_from=...) when parsing Bilibili links, keeping only the pure Video ID.
5. Platform Features
Q: What is Bilibili suitable for?
A: Best for deep, systematic learning and Chinese popular science.
Features:
- Best knowledge community in China.
- Systematic courses (Coding, Exam Prep).
- Great community atmosphere (comments/danmaku are filtered by default in this App).
- High interaction from creators.
Q: What is YouTube suitable for?
A: Best for global perspective, English enlightenment, and frontier exploration.
Features:
- World's largest video library, infinite resources.
- Best immersive English environment.
- World-class science channels (Kurzgesagt, Veritasium).
- Powerful smart caption system.
Q: What is TED suitable for?
A: Suitable for English learning, knowledge expansion, and speech skills.
Features:
- High-quality knowledge speeches.
- Multi-language subtitles.
- Great for English listening.
- Covers Tech, Education, Art, etc.
Q: What is Vimeo suitable for?
A: Suitable for art education, creative videos, and high-quality shorts.
Features:
- High-quality creative content.
- Works by artists and creators.
- Excellent picture quality (1080p+).
- Design/Photography learning.
Q: What is TikTok suitable for?
A: Suitable for fragmented learning, quick skills, and international content.
Features:
- Short video format.
- Rich international content.
- Fragmented time learning.
- Uses official TikTok embed player.
Note TikTok links require a stable international network connection.
Q: What is Douyin suitable for?
A: Suitable for fragmented learning and fun teaching (Chinese content).
Features:
- Short video format.
- Rich local content.
- Fragmented time learning.
- Supports short link (
v.douyin.com) auto-redirect. - Uses Douyin Open Platform player.
Note Douyin links need to be accessed from a Chinese network environment. Supported formats:
- Short link:
https://v.douyin.com/xxxxx/- Standard link:
https://www.douyin.com/video/xxxxx- Share link:
https://www.iesdouyin.com/share/video/xxxxx/
Q: What is Dailymotion suitable for?
A: International content, news, and documentaries.
Features:
- Major European video platform.
- Diverse content.
- Supports short link format.
6. Troubleshooting
Q: Why can't some videos play?
A: Possible reasons:
- Video deleted or private.
- Region restriction.
- Network issue.
- Platform server temporary unavailable.
Q: How to know if a link is supported?
A: Try adding it. If valid, the system will identify and parse it.
Q: Can I download videos?
A: No. We use online streaming, complying with service terms.
Q: Why is loading slow?
A: Possible reasons:
- Server overhead / Latency.
- Resolution too high.
- Unstable network.
Q: What if adding fails?
A: Try:
- Check if link is complete.
- Check network.
- Open in browser to see if it plays.
- Contact us via "Settings > Feedback".
7. Recommendations
Q: How to choose a platform?
A: Recommendation by need:
- Systematic Learning — Bilibili, YouTube
- English Learning — TED, YouTube
- Art & Creativity — Vimeo
- Quick Learning (China) — Douyin
- Quick Learning (Global) — TikTok
Q: Network requirements?
A: Some international platforms (TikTok, Vimeo) may need specific network environments.
Related: Bilibili FAQ | YouTube FAQ | Baidu Drive FAQ