Benefits of Selective Course Publishing
- ✓Faster Review Cycles
Renders small course chunks in seconds rather than processing entire multi-scene projects.
- ✓Isolated Troubleshooting
Test complex JavaScript triggers, quiz variables, or media syncs without background course noise.
- ✓Targeted Stakeholder Previews
Share specific scenario modules or updated slides with SMEs without revealing incomplete sections.
Step-by-Step Publishing Guide
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Launch the Publish Window
Open your Storyline project, navigate to the Home tab on the top ribbon, and click Publish (or press
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Access Project Scope Settings
In the Publish dialog box (under Web, LMS, or Reach 360), locate the Publish field setting near the top, which defaults to Entire Project. Click the blue link next to it.
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Choose Your Publish Target
Select one of the following options based on your review needs:
- Entire Project: Renders every scene and slide across the course file.
- A Single Scene: Select a specific scene from the drop-down menu to export only that module.
- A Single Slide: Select a specific slide from the drop-down menu to publish an isolated page.
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Export Content
Click OK to confirm your scope selection, then click the main Publish button at the bottom of the window to generate your output files.
Publishing Scope Overview
| Scope Option | Production Output | Best Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Entire Project | Full course structure with complete menu navigation. | Final LMS package upload and baseline deployment. |
| Single Scene | Isolated module containing only slides from the selected scene. | SME reviews of specific learning topics or modules. |
| Single Slide | Single web page output rendering only the selected slide. | Rapid testing of complex animations, interactions, or scripts. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will publishing a single slide include the player menu?
Yes. The outer player wrapper renders, but the navigation menu will display only the single slide or scene selected for export.
Can I publish a single slide to SCORM format for LMS testing?
Yes. You can apply the single slide or single scene filter under the LMS tab and export it as a standard SCORM 1.2 or SCORM 2004 package.
Does selective publishing alter or delete the rest of my Storyline project?
No. It only filters what gets compiled into the published output folder; your main project file remains completely unchanged.