How to use the Slider plugin
Showcase images in a rotating slider with optional actions and links.
The Slider plugin allows you to display a set of rotating images in your app, with optional links to app content, web pages, or features. You can control layout, image behavior, and how long each slide appears.
Requirements
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This is a Boost plugin, available on the Standard, Growth, and Business plans.
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Login is optional unless using tag-based access control.
How to use the Slider plugin
- Log in, go to Builder in the left navigation
- Click the + button to open the Plugin Marketplace
- Search for Slider, then click Add Plugin
- Give your plugin a name (e.g., “Home Slider”)
- Click Add
- In the Content Tab
- To add a new image:
- Click Add Image
- Upload from your device, use your media library, or choose a Stock Image
- Click Insert Image
- To link an image to app content or an external URL:
- Click the + icon on the image
- Choose an Action (e.g., App Content → Notes plugin)
- Click Save
- To reorder images: drag the six dots next to the image
- To delete an image: click the X on the image
- Go to the Design tab
- Choose how your image is displayed:
- Crop: Crops the image to a 16:9 ratio
- Fill: Fills the entire screen with the image
- Fit: Displays the full image without cropping
- Choose how your image is displayed:
- Go to the Settings tab
- Set how long each image is shown:
- Enter the duration (in seconds) for slide transitions (e.g., 2 seconds)
- Go to the Security tab
- (Optional) Turn on Require Login to restrict access
- (Optional) Add tag restrictions to allow access for specific user segments
- Go to the Tagging tab:
- Enter a tag name to automatically apply to users when they open this feature.
- Click Add Tag.
- 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.
- Click the Analytics tab to see feature performance:
- View data such as number of views, users, and devices over time.
Pro tips
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Use action links to turn your slider into a clickable menu.
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Choose “Fit” layout for full-view images like flyers or event posters.
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You can use the Slider plugin as your app’s home screen.