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Links & Resources

Links are small but powerful additions to your Oasis events. They allow you to surface external resources—maps, livestreams, sign‑up forms, surveys, or PDFs—directly inside your event without cluttering the schedule or requiring users to search elsewhere. Every new event starts with a Links tab. It opens an ordinary custom page named Links, and each link on it is a Webview page shown as a row: an emoji, a short name and an arrow. When a user taps a row, the page’s URL opens in an in‑app browser. Because links are ordinary pages, everything that works for pages works for links: you can rename or move the Links tab, mix links with text, pictures and buttons on the same page, put the same link on several pages, and choose how each one looks (row, grid or stacked).
[!note] Events created before this change: links used to be managed on a separate Links screen in the event dashboard. That screen is gone. Your existing links were moved for you: each one is now a Webview page in the event’s Pages list (so an event with five links gained five pages), and the Links page lists them in the same order with the same emojis. Old bookmarks to the Links screen open the Links page’s editor.
Common uses for event links include:
  • Venue map or directions – Provide a PDF or Google Maps link so attendees can find their way around.
  • Livestream links – If some sessions are streamed, link directly to the video feed (e.g., YouTube or Vimeo).
  • Surveys & feedback forms – Collect feedback after sessions or at the end of your event using a Google Form or other survey tool.
  • Schedule downloads – Offer a printable PDF version of the agenda.
  • External resources – Point attendees to your website, social media accounts, or recommended reading.
To add a link to an event:
  1. Open your event: In the admin dashboard, go to Events and select the event.
  2. Create the link’s page: Open Pages, create a page and choose the Webview type. Give it:
    • Title – The short name shown on the row (e.g., Venue Map or Live Stream). Keep it concise so it doesn’t wrap on narrow screens.
    • URL – The full address, starting with https:// (tel:, sms: and mailto: also work). Make sure the site is mobile‑friendly.
    • Artwork – Choose Change artwork → Emoji and pick an emoji for the row. For example, 📍 for a map, 🎥 for a stream, 📝 for a survey.
  3. Put it on the Links page: Open the event’s Links page (in Pages), choose Add block → Page, pick the page you just created and choose the Rows layout.
  4. Reorder or edit (optional): Drag blocks on the Links page to reorder them. To change a link’s name, URL or emoji, edit its Webview page. To take a link off the list, remove its block; delete the Webview page too if nothing else uses it.
[!gotcha] Embedding limitations: Some websites prevent being opened inside an embedded browser for security (for example, certain banking sites or services like PayPal). If your link doesn’t load inside the app, instruct users to open it in their device’s browser or consider using a PDF or alternate link.
If your organization runs a full app (not just a single event), links work the same way: they live on custom pages or as Webview pages. You can surface quick access to resources by:
  • Adding a Button block on a custom page that links to an external URL (e.g., your donation form or volunteer sign‑up).
  • Creating a Webview page and setting its URL to the external resource. Users can then tap the tab to open the site in‑app.
For example, a “Give” tab might be a Webview page pointing at your donations portal, and your Home page might include a button to a Google Form for volunteers. The principles of clear names and meaningful emojis apply here as well.

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Best Practices

Links are most effective when they are intentional and easy to understand. Keep these tips in mind:
  • Be selective: Only include links that add value for your attendees. Too many buttons can overwhelm users and obscure the most important resources.
  • Use meaningful labels: Choose names and emojis that clearly communicate the purpose of each link. Avoid jargon or abbreviations that newcomers might not understand.
  • Test your links: Before your event goes live, tap each link on both iOS and Android devices. Ensure it loads correctly and the layout is mobile‑friendly. If the site forces users to pinch‑zoom or scroll excessively, consider embedding the information in a PDF or custom page instead.
  • Keep URLs up to date: Links can change. If you move your live stream to a new platform or update your map, remember to edit the link’s page in the dashboard. Outdated links will frustrate users and reduce trust.
  • Communicate location: During your event, remind attendees about the Links tab through announcements or push notifications. People may not realize the resources are readily available unless you point them out.
By thoughtfully adding and maintaining links, you provide your attendees with a smoother experience, reduce support questions, and ensure that critical information is always at their fingertips.