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How to use the Slider plugin

Showcase images in a rotating slider with optional actions and links.

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Written by Amr Alshareef
Updated over a week ago

The Slider plugin allows you to display a set of rotating images in your app, with optional links to app content, web pages, or features. You can control layout, image behavior, and how long each slide appears.

Requirements

  • This is a Boost plugin, available on the Standard, Growth, and Business plans.

  • Login is optional unless using tag-based access control.

How to use the Slider plugin

  • Log in, go to Builder in the left navigation.

  • Click the + button to open the Plugin Marketplace:

    • Search for Slider, then click Add Plugin.

    • Give your plugin a name (e.g., “Home Slider”).

    • Click Add.

  • In the Content Tab:

    • To add a new image:

      1. Click Add Image.

      2. Upload from your device, use your media library, or choose a Stock Image.

      3. Click Insert Image.

    • To link an image to app content or an external URL:

      1. Click the + icon on the image.

      2. Choose an Action (e.g., App Content → Notes plugin).

      3. Click Save.

    • To reorder images: drag the six dots next to the image.

    • To delete an image: click the X on the image.

  • Go to the Design tab.

  • Choose how your image is displayed:

  • Crop: Crops the image to a 16:9 ratio.

  • Fill: Fills the entire screen with the image.

  • Fit: Displays the full image without cropping.

  1. Go to the Settings tab:

    1. Set how long each image is shown:

  • Enter the duration (in seconds) for slide transitions (e.g., 2 seconds).

  1. Go to the Security tab:

    1. (Optional) Turn on Require Login to restrict access.

    2. (Optional) Add tag restrictions to allow access for specific user segments.

  2. Go to the Tagging tab:

    1. Enter a tag name to automatically apply to users when they open this feature.

    2. Click Add Tag.

  3. Click the Purchase tab:

    1. Check Require Purchase to enable.

    2. Choose your product type (e.g., Single Purchase or Subscription).

    3. Upload an image, fill out purchase text, and success/failure messages.

  4. Click the Analytics tab to see feature performance:

    1. View data such as number of views, users, and devices over time.

Pro tips

  • Use action links to turn your slider into a clickable menu.

  • Choose “Fit” layout for full-view images like flyers or event posters.

  • You can use the Slider plugin as your app’s home screen.

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