Simplifying Bulk Post Scheduling in Social Planner

Effectively handling a growing social media presence calls for a methodical approach to posting across various platforms. The Bulk Scheduling feature in Social Planner simplifies this process, saving time by eliminating the need to manually post one by one. To make the most of this feature, it's important to follow key guidelines when importing a CSV file into Social Planner.

Key Requirements for CSV Import:

1. Date and Time Column

• Format the date and time as YYYY-MM-DD HH:mm:ss, with a space separating the date from the time.
• The column header should be postAtSpecificTime (yyyy-MM-dd HH:mm:ss).
• It is recommended to schedule posts for at least 10 minutes after uploading the CSV file.
• Note: The time must follow the 24-hour format.

2. Content Column

• Include captions and hashtags.
• The column header should be content.
• Adhere to the following character limits for each platform:

• Facebook Page/Group: 62,000 characters
• Instagram Business Account: 2,200 characters
• LinkedIn Page/Profile: 3,000 characters
• Twitter: 280 characters
• Google My Business (GMB) Location: 1,500 characters

3. Link Preview

• Include a URL for link previews.
• The column header should be link (OGmetaUrl).
• Note: If other media like images, GIFs, or videos are included, they will override the link preview.

4. Image URL Column

• Add URLs for images with the column header imageUrls.
• Up to 10 images can be added, separated by commas.
• Ensure the images are in supported formats like PNG or JPEG.

5. GIF URL Column

• Specify the URL for a GIF in the gifUrl column.

6. Video URL Column

• Provide URLs for videos under the videoUrls column.
• Up to 10 videos can be included, separated by commas.

Steps for Bulk Scheduling:

1. CSV Upload

• Open Social Planner and select “New Post.”
• Click “Upload CSV” and choose the file.

2. Select Platforms

• Choose the social media platforms you want to schedule the posts for.

3. Monitor CSV Status

• Track the CSV's status:

• In Progress: The system is processing the content, links, and media.
• In Review and Schedule: Review and adjust any posts with errors.

4. Review and Fix Errors

• Check for errors and make the necessary corrections before finalizing the posts.

5. Import Posts

• Once all issues are resolved, import the posts into Social Planner.

6. Dashboard View

• The Social Planner dashboard distinguishes between posts uploaded via CSV and those created in the Post Composer.

By adhering to these steps, you can master bulk post scheduling in Social Planner, helping to streamline your social media management.