Blink is designed to work with screen readers to ensure a seamless experience for all users. You can use a screen reader to navigate conversations, read messages, and access information in Blink's web browser, desktop and mobile apps.
Since Blink behaves more like an application than a static web page, you may find that using standard keyboard commands is the most effective way to navigate.
Navigating on Desktop
The desktop interface is anchored around a main window made up of several key sections. To move between them, use your screen reader’s standard navigation commands. The top-level sections you will encounter are:
Home: Your main news feed and the place to share your own updates and stories. This page also includes custom widgets.
Chats: This is where you'll find your company chats.
Groups: This page lists all communities you belong to or can join. From each group page, you can see and share posts, join group channels, and view any resources shared with that group.
Hub: Your central portal for all the tools, resources, and documentation you need for your day-to-day work.
Directory: From here, you can find and connect with all users in your company.
Events: Host, discover, and attend any company events.
Your organisation may also add custom navigation items to the main menu. These can be direct links to a page or a dropdown menu with more links.
Navigating on Mobile
The mobile interface is similar, but the navigation is streamlined for a smaller screen. The main sections you’ll see at the bottom of the screen are:
Home
Chats
Groups
Hub
To find other features, tap More in the navigation bar. This is where you can find settings as well as links to other features like recognition, org charts, the people directory, and events.
Tips for creating a new post
The Blink composer helps you create posts that are targeted and relevant for your organisation. The process is a bit different from other platforms to ensure your messages reach the right audience.
Here are a few key steps to follow when creating a new post:
Select a post category. Every post must be assigned a category, which helps your organisation organise content. These categories might include things like Social, News, Polls, or Company News. You can always change the category later if needed.
Add content. Your post must have some content, which can be text, images, videos, or documents.
Choose an audience. Posts need an audience. In the composer, you can select individuals or any groups you have permission to post to.
Review your post. Once you've added content and an audience, you can preview your post to check everything before sharing.
For more advanced posting options, please read our in-depth article on posting
We’ve worked hard and collaborated closely with users who rely on screen readers to make Blink as accessible as possible. We are always aiming to improve the experience and truly value your feedback. Your input helps us make our product better for everyone.