The Post widget allows your users to create a news post directly from a page. Strategically place the Post widget on any page to make posting quick and intuitive for your users. Users see a prompt to write a post, and when the post is published, it is visible anywhere the news channel is displayed.

In your mobile app, you also have the option of replacing the input field with a button that floats at the edge of the screen, giving your users the ability to add new content within seconds. 

The Post widget is perfect for encouraging your employees to write their reflections on a company-wide event. Simply include the widget on the event’s landing page to allow users to post their updates in real time.

Prerequisites

• You have created an interactive news channel where your users can post. Learn more.

Configuring the Post Widget

1. In the Studio, navigate to Content > Pages > the page on which you want to include the Post widget.
2. Add the Post widget.
   The dialog to configure the Post widget opens.
   
   
3. Optionally, provide a title.
   

   The title is displayed above the widget and is visible to your users.

4. Select on which types of devices the widget can be viewed by clicking on the corresponding icon.
   
   
5. Select for which users the widget will be displayed under Visibility in the app.
6. Click OK.
7. Click Save.

You have configured the Post widget. Before you can save, you need to specify its settings further.

Specifying the Post Widget Settings

After you have configured the Post widget general settings, you need to select a news page or channel onto which your employees can post. 

1. In the Post to section, select if you want users to post to a news page or a news channel. 
   
   
2. Select a news page or news channel from the dropdown menu.
3. Under Widget Position on Mobile, select if you want the widget to:

• Display in the specific area of the page where you place it 
• Hover on top of wherever the user navigates

4. Optionally, include a prompt text. This text appears within the text box before a user begins to write.
   
   
5. Click OK. 
6. Click Save.

You have added a Post widget to the page. You can drag and drop the widget where you would like it to be on the page. You can change the location or widget settings at any time.

How the Post Widget Looks for Users

Additional Helpful Information

• Overview of Interactive News Channels
• Creating an Interactive News Channel