User Guides
Creating Content
Learn how to create engaging posts with photos, videos, text, and other content on ineedthis.
Types of Content
Create Post Button
Shows the prominent "Create" or "+" button to start a new post
Photos
Share single photos or create photo carousels with up to 10 images.
- • Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP formats
- • Automatic image optimization
- • Add captions and location tags
Videos
Upload videos up to 5 minutes long with automatic processing.
- • MP4, MOV, AVI formats supported
- • Automatic compression and optimization
- • Thumbnail generation
Text Posts
Share thoughts, updates, and stories with rich text formatting.
- • Markdown formatting support
- • Hashtag and mention support
- • Link previews
Audio
Record and share audio messages, podcasts, or music.
- • MP3, WAV, M4A formats
- • Up to 10 minutes duration
- • Waveform visualization
Creating a Post
Post Creation Interface
Full post creation modal showing content type selection, upload area, and privacy options
Step 1: Access the Create Button
Click the "+" button in the top navigation bar or use the quick create button on mobile.
Step 2: Choose Content Type
Select whether you want to post a photo, video, text, or audio content.
Step 3: Add Your Content
- Upload: Drag and drop files or click to browse
- Caption: Add a description, story, or context
- Tags: Add relevant hashtags for discoverability
- Location: Tag your location if desired
Step 4: Privacy Settings
Choose who can see your post:
- Public: Visible to everyone on the platform
- Followers: Only people who follow you
- Circles: Only specific circles you select
- Private: Only you can see it
Best Practices
Content Tips
- Be Authentic: Share genuine moments and experiences
- Use Hashtags: Add relevant hashtags to increase discoverability
- Engage with Others: Comment and interact with other users' content
- Respect Privacy: Be mindful of what you share and who can see it
- Quality over Quantity: Focus on meaningful content rather than frequent posting