You can set up Google Docs with OptiSigns so that whenever changes are made on Google Docs it will automatically show up on your screen. In this guide, we will walk you through end to end process of using Google Docs in OptiSigns.
Here is how to do it:
1. Go to your Google Docs.
Click File -> Publish to the Web
The "Automatically republish when changes are made" is checked by default.
Click Publish and you will get a link. Copy that link.
2. Go to our portal: https://app.optisigns.com/
Go to File/Assets and click App.
Add Google Sheet App:
There are two options to enter your Google Docs.
- Enter your Google Docs link directly.
- Sign in with Google, and select your Google Docs.
Option 1: Enter your Google Docs information.
- Name: This is the name to organize assets, it will not be shown on the screen.
- URL: This is the Google Docs link that you got from Publish to the Web in your Google Docs.
Option 2: Sign in with a Google Account
- Name: This is the name to organize assets, it will not be shown on the screen.
- URL: This is the Google Docs link that is auto-generated.
- Speed: Select how fast you want the slide to switch between slides. You can also customize your speed if you select Custom.
Advanced option:
- Force Sync Interval: By default, the system will force sync every 12 hours. The minute is 1 hour.
Click Save.
After Saving, you can Preview it.
That's all! Congratulation!
You have created your Google Docs.
You can assign Google Docs to your screen by going to Screens, clicking Edit Screens, and assigning the wall to the screens that you want.
You can put the created Google Docs in a Playlist, Schedule too.
If you have any additional questions, concerns, or any feedback about OptiSigns, feel free to reach out to our support team at support@optisigns.com