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Simple Updates

The Simple Updates module is designed to keep everyone informed and connected by centralizing calendar events, news, alerts, notifications, and shoutouts in one easy-to-use feed. This video walks through how to sort updates, share content, tag users or teams, and manage engagement. With flexible posting and filtering options, the Simple Updates module ensures that important information is always visible to the right people, helping teams stay engaged and up to date.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Personalized Feed
    Each user’s updates feed is unique. It shows posts from administrators, people they follow, and posts where they’ve been tagged. This ensures users see relevant content without being overwhelmed.

  • Sorting Options
    Filter the feed by category:

    • Events – View all calendar events.

    • News – Stay informed with organizational announcements.

    • Shoutouts – Recognize achievements and tagged mentions.

    • Updates – Share general messages or quick notices.

    • Notifications – Receive module-based updates from admins.

    • Alerts – See priority messages from the sidebar alerts.

  • Engaging Content Creation
    Post updates with text, emojis, images, file attachments, or custom designs via Canva. This flexibility allows teams to share information in a more dynamic and visually engaging way.

  • Shoutouts for Recognition
    Tag users, teams, or all members when giving shoutouts. Built-in team options include all site users or administrators, with the ability to add custom teams for tailored recognition.

  • Admin Controls
    Administrators can pin important posts to the top of everyone’s feed, ensuring key messages stay visible.

  • Social Interaction
    Users can like and comment on posts, fostering engagement and conversation around updates.

Benefit to Users
The Simple Updates module streamlines communication by combining multiple types of information into one place. It encourages interaction, recognition, and collaboration while ensuring that important messages are never missed. By balancing personalization with visibility, it keeps teams connected and informed in a simple, engaging way.