From 1e06c677649df28bd2f425c48c1749afc401bf74 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Liam Potter <radioactivity@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, 28 Sep 2022 20:45:49 +0100
Subject: [PATCH] Readme updates

- Add warning and link to documentation for 5.2.x
- Explain how to install version 6 from npm
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 README.md | 18 +++++++++++++++---
 1 file changed, 15 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-)

diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
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 # react-native-video
 
-#### A `<Video>` component for react-native.
+> :warning: **Version 6 Alpha**: The following documentation may refer to features only available through the v6.0.0 alpha releases, [please see version 5.2.x](https://github.com/react-native-video/react-native-video/blob/v5.2.0/README.md) for the current documentation!
 
-Version 6.x recommends react-native >= 0.68.2. For older versions of react-native, [please use version 5.x](https://github.com/react-native-video/react-native-video/tree/v5.2.0).
+## A `<Video>` component for react-native.
+Version 6.x recommends react-native >= 0.68.2. 
+<br>For older versions of react-native, [please use version 5.x](https://github.com/react-native-video/react-native-video/tree/v5.2.0).
 
 ### Version 6.0.0 breaking changes
 
 Version 6.0.0 is introducing dozens of breaking changes, mostly through updated dependecies and significant refactoring. While the API remains compatible, the significant internal changes require full testing with your app to ensure all functionality remains operational. Please view the [Changelog](CHANGELOG.md) for specific breaking changes.
 
-## Useful resources
+### Installing Version 6.0.0 Alphas
+Whilst we finalise version 6.0.0 you can installed the latest alpha from npm
+Using npm:
+```
+npm install --save react-native-video@alpha
+```
+using yarn:
+```
+yarn add react-native-video@alpha
+```
 
+## Useful resources
 - [Documentation](API.md)
 - [Changelog](CHANGELOG.md)
 - [Contribution guide](CONTRIBUTING.md)