How to Create Your First Event
Welcome to the FlipZap Studio Portal! Creating an event is the first step toward delivering a stunning photo gallery to your clients. Follow these detailed steps to create and configure your first event:
Step 1: Access the Dashboard
Log in to your Studio Admin Portal. On the sidebar navigation menu, click on the Events tab. This is where all your active, drafted, and archived photo galleries are listed.
Step 2: Add New Event Details
Click on the "Create New Event" button located in the top-right corner of the dashboard screen. A configuration form will appear. Fill in the required fields:
- Event Name: Give your event a recognizable name (e.g., "Aarav & Meera Wedding 2026").
- Event Date: Select the date when the event occurred. This helps in catalog search sorting.
- Client Details: Enter the primary client's name, email, and phone number for CRM tracking.
- Estimated Photos: Set an approximate count (e.g., 500) to help structure page load performance.
Step 3: Layout & Template Customization
Choose how your photos will be displayed on the client browser gallery. FlipZap offers three dynamic layout modes:
- Standard Grid: Traditional grid view with structured spacing.
- Masonry Layout: Pinterest-style grid that respects original photo aspect ratios.
- E-Album/Flipbook: An interactive digital album that clients can flip through page-by-page.
Step 4: Save & Generate Event Links
Once you click "Save Event", the system instantly processes the entry and generates:
- A **Unique Client Access Link** (URL).
- A high-resolution **Venue QR Code** for print materials.
- A secure folder structure on your configured cloud storage disk.
You are now ready to begin uploading event photos using either the browser, Desktop Sync, or the Lightroom plugin!