Linking NextSteps Journey Cards

NextSteps, a powerful digital tool developed by the Jesus Film Project, allows you to create engaging interactive journeys for sharing the gospel and discipling believers. This guide will walk you through the process of linking journey cards, a crucial step in creating a cohesive and flowing digital experience for your audience.

Understanding Card Connections

Before we begin, it's important to note that creating cards for your journey is just the first step. To make your journey functional and interactive, you need to connect these cards in a logical sequence. This connection determines how users will progress through your journey.

Two Methods of Connecting Cards

NextSteps offers two primary methods for connecting your journey cards:

  1. Using Connectors
  2. Setting User Interactions

Let's explore each method in detail.

Method 1: Using Connectors

This is the most straightforward way to link your cards:

  1. Locate the connector points on your cards. These are usually represented by small circles or dots on the edges of each card.
  2. Click and drag from the connector point of one card to the connector point of the next card you want to link.
  3. Release the mouse button to create the connection. You should see a line appear between the two cards, indicating they are now linked.

Steps to Connect Cards Using Connectors:

  1. Hover your mouse over the first card in your journey.
  2. Find the connector point (usually on the right side of the card).
  3. Click on the connector point and drag your mouse to the next card.
  4. Release the mouse button when you reach the connector point of the second card.
  5. Repeat this process for all the cards in your journey.

Method 2: Setting User Interactions

This method involves setting specific actions that trigger the transition between cards:

  1. Click on the card you want to set up.
  2. Look for the "User Interactions" or "Card Actions" section in the card editor.
  3. Set the default step action to "transition to next card."
  4. If you have buttons on your card, you can also set their action to transition to a specific card.

Steps to Set User Interactions:

  1. Select the first card in your journey.
  2. In the card editor, find the "User Interactions" section.
  3. Set the default step to "transition to next card."
  4. If you have a button, click on it and set its action to "transition to next card" as well.
  5. Repeat this process for each card in your journey.

Connecting a Three-Card Journey

Let's walk through connecting a simple three-card journey:

  1. Start with your first card. Use either the connector method or set user interactions to link it to the second card.
  2. For the second card, repeat the process to link it to the third card.
  3. Verify that all three cards are now connected in sequence.

Best Practices for Card Linking

  1. Logical Flow: Ensure your cards are linked in a way that creates a logical and smooth progression through your journey.
  2. Multiple Paths: Consider using buttons to create multiple paths through your journey, allowing for a more interactive experience.
  3. Test Your Journey: After linking your cards, always test your journey to ensure all connections work as intended.
  4. Visual Clarity: Use the visual representation of connections in the NextSteps builder to verify your journey structure at a glance.

Additional Resources

For more detailed information on creating effective journeys with NextSteps, visit:

By mastering the art of linking cards in NextSteps, you can create engaging, interactive journeys that effectively guide users through your digital ministry content. Remember, the key to a successful journey is not just in the content of each card, but in how smoothly and logically users can progress from one card to the next.

Did this answer your question? Thanks for the feedback There was a problem submitting your feedback. Please try again later.