# Search Stock Videos

## Stock Videos Library

*For instructions on connecting to the MVP and accessing the user interface, please refer to the \[*[*The User Interface (UI)*](/archive-v12-userguide/1.-getting-started/the-user-interface-ui.md)*] guide.*

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### Overview

The MVP includes direct access to a massive library of over half a million **royalty-free** stock videos. You can search, preview, and download content directly to your MVP.

Prerequisite: Your MVP must be connected to the internet via Wi-Fi to browse and download stock content.

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### 1. Accessing the Library

1. Navigate to the **Videos** tab on the left-hand sidebar of the MVP UI.

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1. Click the blue **SEARCH STOCK VIDEOS** button located on the right-hand column.

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### 2. Searching & Browsing

Once the dialog box opens, you can find the perfect video for your show.  Each search will show up to hundreds of videos to choose from:

* Search Bar: Type any keyword (e.g., "Ocean," "Cyberpunk," "Abstract").
* Filters: Use the dropdown menus to filter by Category, Type, etc.

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### 3. Preview & Resolution Selection

Click on any thumbnail to open the Preview Window.

* **Preview**: Press the play button to preview the video before downloading.
* **Resolution Selector**: Use the dropdown menu to choose your desired resolution

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### 4. Naming & Downloading

After selecting your resolution, click the Download button.

1. Name Your File: Enter a custom filename for the clip (the `.mp4` extension is added automatically).
2. Confirm: Click the DOWNLOAD button to save it to your MVP.

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The video file will automatically appear in your **Unassigned Videos** List once the download is complete.


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