Why: Enhance your app's visibility and engagement by easily sharing content on social media. This feature allows you to customize how your content appears when shared, making it more appealing to your audience.
Navigate: App Station > Settings > Social Sharing
Quick Start
Click App Settings in the App Station menu.
Select Sharing from the settings options.
Upload a default share image for content without covers.
Customize your share text templates for different social networks.
Enable or disable specific social networks for sharing.
Overview of Social Sharing
The social sharing feature allows you to share your content on various social networks with customizable templates and rich previews. This functionality is designed to help you promote your recipes, meal plans, and blog posts effectively.
Key Features
Native Mobile Sharing: On mobile devices, the app uses the native share functionality, allowing integration with installed apps like Messages and WhatsApp.
Desktop Sharing Modal: On desktop, a custom sharing modal appears with buttons for each social network.
Instagram Workflow: A special workflow allows users to copy captions and download images for sharing on Instagram.
Open Graph Previews: Automatically generated meta tags ensure your content looks great when shared.
Customizable Templates: You can set up share text templates that include placeholders for dynamic content.
Configuring Social Sharing
Accessing Settings
To configure social sharing options, navigate to App Station > Settings > Social Sharing. Here, you can manage various settings:
Default Share Image: Upload an image that will be used when content lacks a cover image. A recommended size is 1200x630 pixels.
Share Text Templates: Customize the text that appears when your content is shared. You can set default text as well as specific templates for Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Use placeholders like
{title},{url}, and{appName}to personalize your messages.
Supported Social Networks
You can choose which social networks will be available for sharing. The default options include:
Twitter
Facebook
Pinterest
Instagram
Email
Copy Link
You can enable or disable these networks based on your preferences.
Instagram Sharing
The Instagram sharing process is unique. When sharing to Instagram, users can copy a caption and download an image, which they can then use to create a post. This workflow is specifically designed for desktop users who may not have access to the native sharing options.
Best Practices for Social Sharing
Always set a default share image to ensure that all shared content has a visual representation.
Use placeholder templates to automatically personalize share text.
Test the sharing functionality on mobile devices to ensure a smooth experience.
Consider including hashtags in your Instagram captions to improve discoverability.
Related Features
Content Library: Manage your recipes, meal plans, and blog posts.
Page Builder: Customize your app pages and layouts.
Analytics: Track how your shared content performs on social media.