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< h2 > How it Works< / h2 >
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< p > TimelineJS is an open-source tool that enables anyone to build visually,rich, interactive timelines. Beginners can create a timeline using nothing more than a Google spreadsheet. Experts can use their JSON skills to create custom installations, while keeping TimelineJS's core look and functionality.< / p >
< h4 > Sources< / h4 >
< p > It can pull in media from a variety of sources and has built-in support for Twitter, Flickr, Google Maps, YouTube, Vimeo, Vine, Dailymotion, Wikipedia, SoundCloud and more.< / p >
< h4 > Tips & tricks< / h4 >
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< li > Keep it short, and write each event as a part of a larger narrative.< / li >
< li > Pick stories that have a strong chronological narrative. It does not work well for stories that need to jump around in the timeline.< / li >
< li > Include events that build up to major occurrences — < em > not just the major events.< / em > < / li >
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