Navigate the Feed
Learn how to use Akangbou's social feed to discover content, follow professionals, and engage with the construction community.
Understanding the Feed
Your feed is a personalized stream of updates from the Akangbou community.
- See posts from contractors, builders, and developers you follow
- Discover trending projects and industry updates
- Find inspiration for your next project
- Connect with other professionals in your area
Accessing Your Feed
The feed is your home base on Akangbou.
Navigate to the Feed
Access your personalized feed.
- Click "Feed" in the main navigation
- Or visit /feed directly
- You must be logged in to view your feed
Understanding Feed Content
Different types of posts appear in your feed.
- Project updates and portfolio posts
- Industry news and tips
- Event announcements
- Marketplace campaigns
- Job postings and opportunities
Interacting with Posts
Engage with content that interests you.
Like Posts
Show appreciation for content you enjoy.
- Click the heart icon to like a post
- Likes help surface quality content
- Users are notified when you like their posts
Comment on Posts
Join the conversation.
- Click the comment icon or "Add a comment"
- Share your thoughts, ask questions, or offer insights
- Be professional and constructive
- Tag other users with @username
Share Posts
Spread content to your network.
- Click the share icon
- Add your own commentary (optional)
- Share to your followers
Save Posts
Bookmark content to revisit later.
- Click the bookmark icon
- Access saved posts from your profile
- Great for saving project inspiration or useful tips
Following Users
Build your network to personalize your feed.
Find Users to Follow
Discover professionals in your industry.
- Browse contractor directories
- View profiles of users who post interesting content
- Check the "Suggested for you" section
Follow/Unfollow
Manage your connections.
- Click "Follow" on any profile
- Their posts will appear in your feed
- Click "Unfollow" to stop seeing their updates
- Following is one-way (like Twitter, not Facebook)
Using Hashtags
Discover and organize content by topic.
Browse Hashtags
Find content on specific topics.
- Click any hashtag in a post (e.g., #renovation, #construction)
- View all posts with that hashtag
- Follow hashtags to see them in your feed
Use Hashtags in Your Posts
Help others discover your content.
- Add relevant hashtags when creating posts
- Use popular industry hashtags
- Don't overdo it - 3-5 hashtags is ideal
Creating Your Own Posts
Share updates with your network.
- Click "Create Post" or the "+" icon
- Write your update (text, photos, or links)
- Add hashtags for discoverability
- Click "Post" to publish
- Your followers will see it in their feeds
Feed Customization Tips
Make your feed work for you:
- Follow contractors and professionals whose work inspires you
- Follow hashtags related to your interests (#kitchendesign, #construction, etc.)
- Engage with posts to see more similar content
- Unfollow or mute users whose content doesn't interest you
- Check the "Trending" section for popular discussions