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I’m new here, where should I get started?

 

Welcome to our Slido Community! We’re thrilled to have you here 🎉 Here’s how to get started:

  • Have a question about Slido? Use the Search bar to explore our resources and previously asked questions. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to create a post and ask the community.
  • Check out our Community Guidelines  to learn about our values and how to engage with other members.
  • Introduce yourself! Head over to this thread to share a little bit about yourself and receive a warm welcome from fellow members. 😊

 

How can I update my Community Profile and Settings?

  1. Click your profile picture (avatar) in the top-right corner of the page.
  2. Select My profile to access your profile page.
  3. Click the Edit profile button to update your information and upload a profile picture.

 

Pro Tip: While we love creativity, we recommend using a real photo of yourself to make it easier for others to connect with you 📸

 

Don’t forget to update your other profile details and preferences! Under Settings, you can adjust:

  • Notifications: Choose how you’d like to stay updated.
  • Other preferences: Manage and customize your experience.

 

How do I navigate the Community?

 

We’ve organized the community to make it simple to find what you need:

  • Categories: Start here to explore broad topics.
  • Subcategories: Drill down into more specific areas.
  • Topics: Browse individual posts or discussions.

Use the Search bar at the top of the page to locate specific information quickly.

 

How do I navigate the Help Center?

 

Our Help Center is your go-to resource for finding answers 🛠️ We regularly update our knowledge base articles based on new launches and your feedback.

Here’s how to get started:

  • Use the Search bar for quick results.
  • Browse articles by category, organized by features and use cases.

 

What are the different types of posts?

 

In our community, you can create three types of posts:

  1. Question: Perfect for when you need help or advice. Once you receive an answer, you (or a moderator) can mark it as the “best answer” to help others in the future.
  2. Conversation: Ideal for starting discussions or brainstorming with other community members.
  3. Articles: These are long-form posts like case studies or how-to guides. Currently, only Slido Community Managers and Employees can post articles.

 

How do I create a post?

 

Before creating a post, search to see if your question or topic has already been discussed. 

 

If you can't find your answer, here’s how to create a post:

  1. Click the Create post button next to your profile picture.
  2. Choose whether your post is a Question or a Conversation.
  3. Add a short but descriptive Title.
  4. Use the Post content field to explain your question or discussion topic.
  5. Select a Sub forum to help others find your post (**If you’re posting a question, the best sub forum is Community Questions).
  6. Add relevant tags to make your post searchable.

 

Pro Tip: A clear, concise title helps others find your post and respond quickly.

 

How do I subscribe or unsubscribe from Topics and Subcategories?

 

You can manage your notifications to stay up-to-date on topics that interest you:

  • Automatically receive notifications for replies to your posts.
  • Subscribe to a Subcategory: Open the Subcategory and click Subscribe in the top-right corner. To unsubscribe, click Unsubscribe in the same spot.
  • Subscribe to a Topic: Click the star icon at the bottom of the post. A green star indicates you’re subscribed.

 

To adjust your notification settings:

  1. Click your profile picture in the top-right corner.
  2. Go to Settings and customize your Notifications preferences.
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