Samsung VXT Content Replace: Simplify & Speed Up Digital Signage Updates

Updating digital signage content often means rebuilding playlists or re-creating schedules from scratch. The new Samsung VXT Content Replace feature changes that. It lets teams swap media assets directly within existing playlists while retaining tags, metadata and scheduling settings (where applicable). This helps organisations manage large display networks more efficiently, with fewer manual steps and faster rollout cycles. 

VXT Content Replace – What Is It and How Does It Work? 

The VXT Content Replace feature provides a faster, simpler way to keep signage content current without disrupting playlist structures. In Samsung VXT, users can select an existing content item from the library and choose Replace. You can only choose from content already uploaded or created in the platform (new files must be added to the library first). 

After confirming the replacement, a notification briefly appears in the upper-right corner to confirm success. The system then updates the selected item, keeping the existing position, tags, and schedule settings intact.  

When you replace a content item, every playlist, schedule, or display where that item was previously published is automatically updated with the new version. This process ensures consistent messaging across your network without the need to manually rebuild playlists or schedules. 

In practice, this functionality helps digital signage managers update visuals faster, reduce manual errors, and maintain continuous, on-brand communication across multiple sites. It is a small workflow change that delivers a noticeable gain in operational efficiency. 

Tips to Implement the VXT Content Replace Feature Effectively 

To get the most from the new feature, teams should focus on consistency, control and validation. For your convenience, we have mapped out the top tips to implement Samsung VXT’s Content Replace effectively:  

1. Prepare Your Content Library 
2. Review User Permissions 
3. Always Preview Before Publishing 
4. Plan Updates Around Your Campaign Calendar 
5. Maintain Version Control 
6. Train Your Team 

1. Prepare Your Content Library 

Keep your media files well organised in Samsung VXT. Use clear naming and tagging conventions, and ensure replacement assets match the original’s resolution, aspect ratio and file type to prevent display issues.

2. Review User Permissions

Limit replacement access to authorised content managers or admins. This avoids accidental updates and helps maintain quality across large display networks. 

3. Always Preview Before Publishing

Use the preview function in VXT Canvas to confirm that the new asset displays correctly, with the same timing, transitions and targeting. Testing in advance reduces scheduling errors.

4. Plan Updates Around Your Campaign Calendar

Schedule replacements during planned refresh windows or outside business hours to avoid on-screen interruptions. Coordinating updates with marketing activity keeps your signage aligned with live promotions.

5. Maintain Version Control

Record what was replaced, when and by whom. Keeping a simple log or archive makes it easier to track changes and restore previous versions if needed.

6. Train Your Team

Ensure everyone understands the difference between replacing and rebuilding playlists. Clear procedures improve consistency and adoption across departments. 

By following these steps, organisations can use Content Replace to manage updates faster, reduce risk and keep every screen showing the right message at the right time. 

What Problems Does VXT Content Replace Solve? 

Managing digital signage across multiple screens, locations and playlists can be complex and time-consuming. The VXT Content Replace feature directly addresses the most common operational challenges faced by signage teams. 

1. Rebuilding playlists after every update: Traditionally, replacing visuals meant deleting old assets and recreating schedules. With Content Replace, teams can swap media instantly within the existing playlist; no rebuild required. 
2. Losing scheduling or targeting logic: The feature retains all existing tags, metadata and schedule settings to ensure thosenew assets follow the same display logic as before. 
3. Rolling out updates across many locations: Instead of repeating the same change across multiple playlists, a single replacement action updates all linked screens automatically. 
4. Human error and inconsistent playback: By keeping all scheduling rules intact, Content Replace helps reduce manual mistakes and maintain consistent messaging network-wide. 
5. High operational effort and cost: Simplifying updates saves time and reduces labour, especially for networks that refresh content frequently. 

For instance, a retailer managing 150 store displays needs to update a promotional video. Using Content Replace, they select the existing file, click Replace and publish the new asset. All displays update automatically, cutting the time to complete the task drastically.  

Samsung VXT Content Replace – Key Highlights  

The Samsung VXT Content Replace feature streamlines one of the most time-consuming tasks in digital signage: updating content. By allowing teams to replace media assets within existing playlists while keeping tags, metadata and schedules intact, it removes complexity and reduces the risk of error. 

For businesses managing large or multi-site display networks, this capability means faster rollouts, greater consistency, and lower operational effort. It is a simple improvement that delivers measurable efficiency gains across every screen. 

To learn how to deploy or optimise Content Replace for your organisation, contact the VXT Services team. Our experts can guide you through setup, best practices and training to help you get the most from Samsung VXT. 

Frequently Asked Questions About VXT Content Replace

1 . What does VXT Content Replace do?

The VXT Content Replace feature allows administrators to swap or update existing media assets within a playlist or schedule without rebuilding or reassigning anything. It keeps tags, metadata and scheduling settings intact, helping teams update content faster and maintain consistency across screens, since it only replaces a said content item across all playlists and schedules where it is included.  

2. Can I keep the same schedule and tags when replacing content?

Yes. The VXT Content Replace feature lets you keep existing tags, metadata and scheduling settings when swapping assets, so the new content follows the same playback rules and timing as before. It is important to note that this functionality is only available with VXT CMS P at the moment.

3. Is Content Replace available to all VXT users?

The Content Replace feature is included in the latest versions of Samsung VXT that support advanced playlist and scheduling management. Availability can vary depending on your system configuration and software release.  

4. Will the replacement disrupt live playback on screens?

No. When using Samsung VXT Content Replace, the new asset takes effect within the same playlist slot and schedule, ensuring a smooth transition. Updates apply during the next appropriate playback slot, so there is no visible interruption on screen. To maintain consistent results, always use the preview function before publishing.

5. Does this feature work across multiple locations and screens?

Yes. The Samsung VXT Content Replace feature supports multi-screen and multi-location deployments. Because the playlist and scheduling logic remain unchanged, all linked displays automatically reference the updated content once it is published. This ensures consistent messaging and timing across every site in your digital signage network.