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There are times when an actual video may help someone learn how to do something, but in my limited experience, good static pictures along with written directions can be just as helpful. More helpful if proper close-up pictures have been taken and well cropped.
I don't want to watch a video about how to make pan fried walleye. (A recent example due to a fishing trip) A picture or two with well written instructions is fine. I learn through doing, and would rather have well written directions than watch a video.
This brings up a pet peeve of mine, found on many cooking sites. 25 huge pictures that have to be scrolled through before I get to the recipe. They typically start with the finished product. Then a picture of the eggs, then the butter, then the sugar, and so on.
I'm not a fan of most online videos on blogs or news sites. I want to read the story or transcript. If watching a video is my only choice, many times I just leave. I can read way faster than most people talk. If Reader View isn't an option, I'm gone.
Oh, and the new thing I'm seeing? As I scroll down while reading, and little pop up video appears on my screen that can't be closed. Gah.
Sorry for the somewhat off topic rant.
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