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[Plugins to show content & media](https://help.buildfire.com/add-functionality-to-your-app?hsLang=en-us#plugins-to-show-content-media) # How to use the Action Folder plugin ## Create interactive folders that let users search, browse, and take action directly inside your app. The Action Folder plugin helps you organize multiple action items in one place while giving users built-in search functionality for faster navigation. Unlike a regular folder that just lists items, this plugin allows users to search instantly and interact with content such as links, phone numbers, emails, or other app features — all from one smart, searchable screen. --- ### **Requirements** - This is a Boost plugin, available on the Standard, Growth, and Business plans --- ### **How to use the Action Folder plugin** 1. Log in, go to **Builder** in the left navigation 2. Click the **+** button to open the Plugin Marketplace - Search for **Action Folder**, then click **Add Plugin** - Name your feature and choose whether to add it to the side menu, then click **Add** again 3. Stay in the **Content** tab - You’ll see a **search bar** at the top of the list. You can **enable or disable** this search bar - You can customize the placeholder text (e.g., “Search here” or “Browse resources”) - Click **Add Action Item** to create a new item 1. Fill in the **Title** (required) — this appears in your list view 2. (Optional) Add a **Description** to display additional details below the title 3. Choose an **Action** to assign, such as: i. Open a link or webpage ii. Navigate to another feature in your app iii. Send an email or SMS iv. Call a phone number v. Add to calendar or perform other app actions 4. Upload or choose an **Image** to represent the item visually 5. Click **Save** - To reorder or manage items 1. Drag and drop items to rearrange their order 2. (Optional) Enable **Shuffle Items** to randomize order each time the feature opens (overrides manual sorting) 3. Click the **pencil icon** to edit or the **X** button to delete an item 4. Test your action - Click the new item you just created in the App Preview - Confirm it performs the linked action correctly (e.g., opens a specific screen, sends an email, etc.) 5. Click the **Design** tab - Customize the layout and appearance of your Action Folder - Adjust background colors, fonts, and item styling to fit your app’s design 6. Click the **Security** tab - Turn on **Require Login** to restrict feature access to logged-in users - (Optional) Add tag-based restrictions and choose whether to match any or all tags 7. Click the **Tagging** tab - Enter a tag name to automatically apply to users when they open this feature - Click **Add Tag** 8. Click the **Purchase** tab - Check **Require Purchase** to enable - Choose your product type (e.g., Single Purchase or Subscription) - Upload an image, fill out purchase text, and success/failure messages 9. 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