Sharing photos and files with families is a great way to enhance communication and keep everyone informed. ClassDojo's Chat feature makes it simple to send photos and files, allowing you to share important documents, event pictures, and more. This functionality ensures that your messages are more engaging and informative. Follow these steps to learn how to send a photo or file via Chats on ClassDojo!
From the Web
You can send a photo or file (PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Text, and CSV) to families in your class via messages on the ClassDojo website.
- Open your class
- Click on the "Chats" tab
- Select the family member(s) name from your list to create a message
(Note: You can create a private, group, or mass message at this point) - Click on the paper clip or picture icon in the lower right corner of the compose message box
- Click the picture gallery icon to upload a media file. Click the paperclip icon to upload a file attachment. Clicking the wrong icon may prevent you from selecting your upload
- Click "Upload" to insert the file into the message box.
- Select "Send" to send the picture or file to parents immediately or find out how to schedule when the file will be sent here
From iOS
You can send a photo or files to families in your class via message on the iOS app.
- Tap on the “Chats” tab at the bottom of your app
- Tap on the compose icon button in the lower right corner of the screen
- Select a thread from the inbox or tap the button to create a new message
- Select your recipient(s)
- Use the buttons below the text box to attach a file
- Tap the camera to take a photo or video
- Tap the image icon to attach an existing photo or video from your camera roll
- Tap the paperclip icon to attach a file
- Compose your message and tap the paper airplane icon to send it
From the App
You can send a photo to families in your class via message on the app. At this time, files cannot be sent via the Android app.
- Open your class
- Tap the Chat icon in the bottom right corner of the screen
- Select the family member(s) you would like to message. (Note: You can create a private, group, or mass message at this point)
- Tap the camera icon to take a photo, tap the pictures icon to select up to 10 images from your camera roll, or tap the paper clip to select a file to attach
- Write any accompanying message, if desired, then tap the send icon
Please Note: You'll be prompted to allow ClassDojo access to your camera and camera roll; tap "OK" to consent. Tapping "Don't Allow" will prevent you from sending photo messages. You'll also need to allow access to your photos if you'd like to use images from your camera roll.