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?
- Click your profile picture (avatar) in the top-right corner of the page.
- Select My profile to access your profile page.
- 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:
- 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.
- Conversation: Ideal for starting discussions or brainstorming with other community members.
- 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:
- Click the Create post button next to your profile picture.
- Choose whether your post is a Question or a Conversation.
- Add a short but descriptive Title.
- Use the Post content field to explain your question or discussion topic.
- Select a Sub forum to help others find your post (**If you’re posting a question, the best sub forum is Community Questions).
- 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:
- Click your profile picture in the top-right corner.
- Go to Settings and customize your Notifications preferences.