Make a Free Custom File Embed for Any Website

A file embed plugin is an additional feature or extension to a software program, operating system, Graphical User Interface, or web page that enables you to embed or display document files directly on your form.

This is essential for displaying legal documents, terms and conditions, and other necessary data your respondents may need while completing your form.

Using the POWR free file embed app, you can display files on your website without a sweat.

Embedding a file on your website gives you numerous benefits with practically no downside.

One of the most notable advantages of file embed plugins is their ability to improve the viewing experience for site visitors by ensuring that the document is displayed strictly as it was intended to look since digital files ensure that documents retain their original formatting.

In line with this, most of today's file viewing options show that digital files work on almost any device, whether on a PC, tablet, or smartphone.

Embedded file viewers also benefit web developers as it allows them to maintain control over what viewers can and cannot do with shared files.

If they wish for someone to view a document simply but not to edit or download it, they can opt to set certain restrictions or manage permissions to exercise control over the file.

While you can create a file manually coded in HTML, some people find this quite laborious. Luckily, POWR provides a plugin that lets you seamlessly integrate a file embed plugin directly on your website.

1. Go to powr.io/plugins and log in to your account.


2. Search for File Embed. This will lead you to the POWR Editor.


3. Select your File Type and Viewer of Choice.


4. Add a Title.


5. You can customize your plugin by opening the Design options on the left side of your screen.


6. Select Replace file to choose and upload a file from your computer. Once you've done this, click Publish.


7. Select the Platform or Content Management System of your choice.


8. Copy the File Embed HTML Snippet and add File Embed to your page.

1. Go to your Content Management System Dashboard and click "Pages" and "All Pages."


2. Hover over a page and select "Edit."


3. Add a new Custom HTML block to your page.


4. Paste the File Embed HTML snippet to the HTML block.


5. Select "Update" then "Preview" your changes.


6. You have now successfully integrated your file plugin embedded on your website!