This guide will walk you through the simple process of adding new items and editing existing items in your app's points-based store.
Walkthrough: How to Add and Edit Store Items
Follow these steps to manage the rewards available to your users.
1. Accessing the Store Feature
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Log in to your app's control panel.
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From the home screen, navigate to the app preview (the "emulator").
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Click on the "Store" feature icon to open the store management interface.
2. How to Edit an Existing Item
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Once you are inside the store feature, you will see a list of the current items.
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Click the "Edit" button next to the item you wish to change.
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A form will appear where you can update the following details:
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Image: Add or change the picture of the item.
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Title: Update the name of the item.
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Points: Set the point value for the item.
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Important: There are two fields related to points: "Cost of points to redeem" and "Points they have to earn to redeem." These two numbers must always be the same.
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Description: You can add or edit a short description for the item.
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After making your changes, click "Save." The item will be updated in the store.
3. How to Add a New Item
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Inside the store management interface, click the "Add a new item" button.
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This will open a blank form, similar to the edit screen.
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Fill out all the required information (Image, Title, Points, Description).
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Remember to make sure both point value fields are the same.
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Click "Save," and the new item will be added to your store.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Where do I go to manage my store?
A: Log in to your control panel, click on the Store feature directly within the app preview on the home screen.
Q: What is the most important rule when setting the point value for an item?
A: The "cost of points to redeem" and the "points they have to earn to redeem" fields must contain the exact same number.
Q: I see placeholder items in my store. How do I change them?
A: You don't need to delete them. Simply click the "Edit" button next to a placeholder and replace its information (image, title, points) with your actual store item's details.
Q: Do I need to "Publish" the app after updating the store?
A: No, for the store feature, simply clicking "Save" after adding or editing an item will update it directly.