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Meet-up hosts can now share updates with attendees

Former Google Contributor

Since launching our new meet-up site, we’ve been listening closely to your feedback. Thanks to your creative suggestions, we’ve been able to make improvements like showing your list of meet-up attendees and their contributions, fixing time zone bugs (ugh!), and making it easier to select the start and end time for your meet-up. Today, we’re announcing a new feature that you’ve been asking for: the ability to send updates to your attendees. 

 

Caption: (Image on left) Screenshot of “Make an Announcement” feature on an Android device that will appear the next time you visit your approved meet-up page.  (Image on right) Screenshot of the announcement text box on an Android device where you will input your announcement.Caption: (Image on left) Screenshot of “Make an Announcement” feature on an Android device that will appear the next time you visit your approved meet-up page. (Image on right) Screenshot of the announcement text box on an Android device where you will input your announcement.

The next time you visit your approved meet-up page, you’ll see a prompt explaining how to share updates. Each time you share an update, an email will be sent to each of the Local Guides who has registered to attend your meet-up. You will be able to send up to three updates. These updates will also appear publicly on your meet-up page.

 

Caption: Screenshot on an Android device of an announcement on an approved meet-up page once it's been sent to attendees.Caption: Screenshot on an Android device of an announcement on an approved meet-up page once it's been sent to attendees.

Visit g.co/localguides/meetup to learn more about meet-ups and how to organize your own.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

When will I be able to start sending updates?

Once your meet-up has been approved, you’ll be able to share updates.

 

What type of information should I share in an update?

When details about your meet-up have changed (e.g., date, time, and/or location), we recommend sharing an update. You can also send your phone number and/or email address as an update in case attendees need to get in touch. You may also consider sharing an update on the day of your meet-up to tell attendees what you’re wearing so you’re easy to spot. 😉

 

Do I have to share updates?

You do not have to share updates. This feature is optional to use.

 

Can I make changes to the information listed in my meet-up?

No, you can’t make changes to the information shown on your meet-up page once it’s been approved. If you need to make changes, share an update using this new feature. You can also continue to interact with attendees on the Local Guides Connect post that’s generated for your meet-up once approved.

 

Will I be able to see a list of email addresses for the attendees?

No, you won’t be able to access a list of email addresses for your attendees. Once you submit your update, we will send the email to each attendee individually.

 

What happens if I want to send a fourth update? How else can I get in touch with attendees?

You will only be able to send up to three updates, so be thoughtful about what you want to share. You can also continue to interact with attendees on the Local Guides Connect post that’s generated for your meet-up once approved.

 

How long can my update be?

Your update must be at least 10 characters and can be up to 500 characters.

76 Comments
Connect Moderator

@HelloJess Extremely delighted to see who Google team is working on the users demands & making sure it's always fun to use Google Products. 

 

Cheers

Pushkin 

 

Pushkin Shukla
Level 10

Amazing! Thank you. 

Good Work

Mohamed Ksouri

Thanks for update ! And update is cool

Level 10

Спасибо за информацию!

Ajaks
Level 9

Hi @HelloJess  Thanks for the update. Great

Level 6

good

 

Hemawansa Kenathumulle
Level 8

Hi @HelloJess,

 

It seems Meet-ups already approved before this announcement also can make use of this new announcement channel!

 

I give it a quick try, but I do not got the email as a host.  Is that the correct behavior?

 

Thank you for listening and making our Meet-up site much better!

Former Google Contributor

@YK1001 Yes, this should work for all approved meet-ups (past and present!). I don't believe you'll receive the email as a host as it's just sent to attendees.

Level 8

Thank you for the confirmation, @HelloJess!

 

I am guessing for the same, just want to make sure.  

 

 

Level 3

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Level 6

Another Good addition by Google to the LG contributors. Kudos.

Former Google Contributor

Hello @MuhaddiMu,

 

I removed the contents of your comment as there was some strange code coming through. As you are new to Connect, I thought I would share some helpful tips with you! I hope you might find some of the below information useful 🙂

 

  • This post includes tips on searching, posting and interacting with the community
  • Google Translate is enabled across Connect, so please feel free to communicate in the language you feel most comfortable 
  • Using the Forums contains a number of threads which you may find helpful for navigating Connect in general

 

I am not available to respond on the weekend
Level 3

So helpfull. Thanks a lot.

Former Google Contributor

Cool feature!

Level 7

This came a little late for us that we hosted an event but thanks so much for the update much needed

Level 7

Really very good attempt and always appreciate this 

Level 6

Nice initiative!

Level 9

Thanks @TraciC for the tag!  Yes, this will be very helpful for staying in touch with attendees 😄

?Kimberly on Social ? Google Maps  ? Instagram ? Facebook ? Twitter ?️YouTube ?San Francisco Local Guides

Level 10

@HelloJess

 

Thanks for the updates.

Level 4

This is fantastic, I love it!

Level 8

What's the "Make An Snnouncement" feature @SanyaOdare?



Bali Local Guides contribute to give back to the community.
Level 6

Really very good attempt and always appreciate this 

Hemawansa Kenathumulle
Level 10

I am the moderator of the Chicago Local Guides community and organizing a Meetup on Nov 1 at 7pm in Schaumburg. If you live in the area I hope you will be able to attend so we can share our experiences with others. The official page to RSVP is at: https://maps.google.com/localguides/meetup/chicagoland-local-guides  

 

I am looking forward to seeing everyone next week.

 

Regards

Todor

https://plus.google.com/+todorkrecu

https://plus.google.com/communities/117807980760901213587

Level 6

Muchas gracias @HelloJess, es de mucha utilidad. Estoy seguro que nos ayudará mucho en Nicaragua.