@extends('site.help.partial.template', ['breadcrumb'=>'Sharing Photos & Videos'])
@section('section')
Sharing Photos & Videos
How do I create a post?
To create a post using a desktop web browser:
- Go to {{config('app.url')}}.
- Click on the link at the top of the page.
- Upload your photo(s) or video(s), add an optional caption and set other options.
- Click on the Create Post button.
To create a post using a mobile web browser:
- Go to {{config('app.url')}}.
- Click on the button at the bottom of the page.
- Upload your photo(s) or video(s), add an optional caption and set other options.
- Click on the Create Post button.
How do I share a post with multiple photos or videos?
During the compose process, you can select multiple files at a single time, or add each photo/video individually.
How do I add a caption before sharing my photos or videos on Pixelfed?
During the compose process, you will see the Caption input. Captions are optional and limited to {{config('pixelfed.max_caption_length')}} characters.
How do I add a filter to my photos?
This is an experimental feature, filters are not federated yet!
To add a filter to media during the compose post process:
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Click the Options button if media preview is not displayed.
- Select a filter from the Select Filter dropdown.
How do I add a description to each photo or video for the visually impaired?
This is an experimental feature!
You need to use the experimental compose UI found here.
- Add media by clicking the Add Photo/Video button.
- Set a image description by clicking the Media Description button.
Image descriptions are federated to instances where supported.
What types of photos or videos can I upload?
You can upload the following media types:
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- {{$type}}
@endforeach
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What is the limit for photo and video file sizes?
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When I share a photo, what's the image resolution?
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Can I edit my post captions, photos or videos after sharing them?
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How can I disable comments/replies on my post?
To enable or disable comments/replies using a desktop or mobile browser:
- Open the menu, click the button
- Click on Enable Comments or Disable Comments
How many people can I tag or mention in my comments or posts?
You can tag or mention up to 5 profiles per comment or post.
What does archive mean?
You can archive your posts which prevents anyone from interacting or viewing it.
Archived posts cannot be deleted or otherwise interacted with. You may not recieve interactions (comments, likes, shares) from other servers while a post is archived.
How can I archive my posts?
To archive your posts:
- Navigate to the post
- Open the menu, click the or button
- Click on Archive
How do I unarchive my posts?
To unarchive your posts:
- Navigate to your profile
- Click on the ARCHIVES tab
- Scroll to the post you want to unarchive
- Open the menu, click the or button
- Click on Unarchive
@endsection