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url: "https://docs.on-book.app/pro/user/features/feed.md"
description: "Stay connected with your production team through a modern communication hub."
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# Social Feed

> **Not for emergencies.** Use Feed for production updates, not emergency communication.

> **Stay connected with your production team through a modern communication hub.**

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![Feed — On Book Pro](../../assets/screenshots/feed/feed-hero.png)

## Overview

The Feed is your production's social media-style communication center:

* **Post updates** — Share announcements, questions, and information
* **Rich media** — Attach photos, videos, and audio clips
* **@mentions** — Notify specific team members or departments
* **Content linking** — Reference scenes, props, characters, and more
* **Pinned announcements** — Keep important posts at the top

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## Getting Started

### Opening the Feed

1. Navigate to **Feed** in the sidebar
2. You'll see the main feed with recent posts

### The Feed Interface

| Area | Purpose |
|------|---------|
| **Post Composer** | Create new posts at the top |
| **Feed Timeline** | Scrollable list of posts |
| **Notification Badge** | Shows unread posts/mentions |

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## Creating Posts

### Writing a Post

1. Click in the **composer** at the top of the feed
2. Write your message
3. Add media, mentions, or links (optional)
4. Click **Post**

### Post Types

| Type | Use Case |
|------|----------|
| **Text** | General updates and questions |
| **Media** | Share photos, videos, or audio |
| **Announcement** | Important notices (can be pinned) |

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## Adding Media

### Supported Media Types

| Type | Formats | Use Case |
|------|---------|----------|
| **Photos** | JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP | Costume references, set photos |
| **Videos** | MP4, WebM, MOV | Choreography clips, rehearsal recordings |
| **Audio** | MP3, WAV, OGG, M4A | Rehearsal tracks, vocal demos |

### Uploading Media

1. Click the **attachment icon** (attach\_file) in the composer
2. Choose your upload method:
   * **Upload new file** — From your computer
   * **From repository** — Select from Cloud Files
3. The media attaches to your post

### Media Best Practices

* **Compress videos** — Large files take longer to upload
* **Use repository** — Reuse files already in the project
* **Add context** — Include text explaining the media

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## @Mentions

Notify specific people or departments with @mentions:

### Mentioning Users

1. Type `@` in the composer
2. Start typing a name
3. Select from the autocomplete dropdown
4. The person receives a notification

### Mentioning Departments

Reach entire teams:

* `@Props` — Props department
* `@Costumes` — Costume department
* `@Sound` — Sound department
* `@Production` — Production team
* `@Cast` — All cast members
* `@Crew` — All crew members

### Who Gets Notified?

* **Individual mentions**: That specific user
* **Department mentions**: All users with that role
* Notifications appear in the header badge

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## Content Linking

Reference project elements directly in your posts:

### Linking to Content

1. Click the **link icon** in the composer
2. Choose what to link:
   * **Scene** — Reference a specific scene
   * **Character** — Link to a character
   * **Prop** — Reference a prop item
   * **Event** — Link to a calendar event
   * **Note** — Reference a note document
3. Select the item from the picker
4. The link appears as a clickable chip

### Using Content Links

When readers click a content link:

* They navigate directly to that item
* Context is preserved (opens in the right tool)

### Example Post

> "Everyone please review the blocking for **\[Scene 2.3: The Ballroom]**. @Costumes — we need quick change prep for **\[Elizabeth]** at the end of this scene."

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## Pinned Posts

Keep important announcements visible:

### Pinning a Post

1. Create or find the post
2. Click the **pin icon** (push\_pin)
3. The post moves to the top of the feed
4. It stays there until unpinned

### Who Can Pin?

Users with the following permissions:

* Owner
* Stage Manager
* Production Manager

### Pin Best Practices

* **One or two pins max** — Too many defeats the purpose
* **Update regularly** — Remove outdated announcements
* **Use for critical info** — Rehearsal changes, important deadlines

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## Comments

Engage with posts through comments:

### Adding a Comment

1. Click **Comment** below a post
2. Write your response
3. Click **Post**

### Mentions in Comments

You can @mention users in comments too:

* The post author is notified of all comments
* @mentioned users receive separate notifications

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## Notifications

Stay informed about relevant activity:

### Notification Badge

The sidebar shows a badge when you have unread:

* Posts mentioning you
* Posts mentioning your department
* Comments on your posts
* New pinned announcements

### Clearing Notifications

* Click on the Feed to view posts
* Viewed posts are marked as read
* The badge clears when all are read

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## Tips for Success

emoji\_objects **Use @mentions sparingly** — Don't notify everyone for everything

emoji\_objects **Add context to media** — Explain what you're sharing

emoji\_objects **Link to content** — Helps readers find exactly what you mean

emoji\_objects **Check notifications** — Don't miss important mentions

emoji\_objects **Pin important announcements** — Critical info stays visible

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## Best Practices for Production Communication

### Daily Updates

Post a daily update as Stage Manager:

* What was accomplished
* What's scheduled next
* Any issues or changes

### Department Updates

Each department can share:

* Progress on items
* Questions for other departments
* Photos of work in progress

### Avoiding Email

The Feed replaces email chains for:

* Quick questions
* Status updates
* Photo sharing
* Team coordination

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## Video Tutorial

Video walkthrough: planned.

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## Related Guides

* [Features Overview](./overview.md)
* [Personnel Directory](./personnel.md)

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*Last updated: January 2026*