Social App View

The Social App View is a unique and powerful feature in the NextSteps journey builder, developed by the Jesus Film Project. This feature allows you to customize how your journey appears when shared on social media platforms, enhancing its visibility and appeal. This guide will walk you through the process of optimizing your journey's social media preview using the NextSteps platform.

Understanding the Importance of Social App View

A well-crafted social media preview can significantly impact the engagement and reach of your journey. It serves as the first impression for potential participants and can influence whether they choose to explore your content further. By customizing the Social App View, you can:

  • Increase click-through rates from social media platforms
  • Enhance the visual appeal of your journey when shared
  • Tailor the preview to match your target audience's interests
  • Maintain brand consistency across different platforms

Step-by-Step Guide to Customizing the Social App View

Step 1: Access the Social App View Card

  1. Log in to your NextSteps account.
  2. Navigate to the journey builder interface.
  3. Locate the unique Social App View card in your journey.

Step 2: Customize the Preview Image

The preview image is a crucial element of your social media appearance. NextSteps offers multiple ways to set this image:

Option A: Select from Unsplash Library

  1. Click on the image selection area in the Social App View card.
  2. Choose "Select from Unsplash" option.
  3. Browse through the Unsplash library integrated within NextSteps.
  4. Select an image that best represents your journey's theme or message.

Option B: Upload Your Own Picture

  1. Click on the image selection area.
  2. Choose "Upload Image" option.
  3. Select a high-quality image from your device.
  4. Upload and adjust the image as needed.

Option C: Use AI to Generate an Image

  1. Click on the image selection area.
  2. Select the "Generate with AI" option.
  3. Enter a descriptive prompt for the image you want.
  4. Review the generated options and select the most suitable one.

Step 3: Customize the Title

  1. Locate the title field in the Social App View card.
  2. Click to edit the existing title or enter a new one.
  3. Craft a compelling title that accurately represents your journey and entices users to click.
  4. Keep the title concise, ideally between 50-65 characters for optimal display across different platforms.

Step 4: Customize the Description

  1. Find the description field below the title.
  2. Click to edit or enter a new description.
  3. Write a brief, engaging description that provides context for your journey.
  4. Aim for a description length of 140-170 characters to ensure it displays fully on most social platforms.

Step 5: Preview Your Changes

  1. As you make changes, observe the live preview on the left side of the interface.
  2. This preview shows how your journey will appear when shared on social media.
  3. Make adjustments as necessary to ensure the preview looks appealing and informative.

Best Practices for Social App View Customization

  • Relevance: Ensure your image, title, and description accurately represent the content of your journey.
  • Consistency: Maintain brand consistency with your other digital assets and the Jesus Film Project's branding guidelines.
  • Clarity: Use clear, concise language in your title and description to quickly convey the purpose of your journey.
  • Visual Appeal: Choose high-quality images that are visually striking and relevant to your content.
  • Testing: Preview your Social App View on different platforms to ensure it displays correctly across various devices and social media sites.

Important Notes

  • The title and description in the Social App View are independent of your journey's internal title and description used for team organization.
  • These customizations will only be visible when your journey is shared on social media or other external platforms.
  • Regularly update your Social App View to keep it fresh and relevant, especially if you make significant changes to your journey content.

By following these steps and best practices, you can create an engaging and effective social media preview for your NextSteps journey, increasing its visibility and appeal across various digital platforms.For more detailed information on using NextSteps and its features, visit the NextSteps Support Page. Additionally, explore the Jesus Film Project Tools for more resources to enhance your digital ministry efforts.

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