How to edit and turn on/off the channel overlay (curtain)

Note: To access or update the Channel Overlay you must have appropriate permissions granted. If you do not see this function available, please speak with the owner of your hub.

What is the Channel Overlay?

The Channel Overlay allows you to block the entire channel and access to it for a specific amount of time. When enabled, any users who are in the Channel at the time will see the message appear.

How can the Channel Overlay be used?

The Channel Overlay can be used in several different ways.

1. Event Countdown:  Put in a timer or countdown to a special moment, giveaway, or to increase the excitement of your audience.
2. The Show is About to Begin: Using your Hub for a live performance and you need your audience to put down there phones?  Put up a message that says "The Show is about to begin! Please turn off your phones and get ready to be entertained!"
3. Promotional Timed Opportunity: Have the Channel Overlay appear for a specific 30 second window that tells your reader of the exclusive opportunity that is available for the next 30 seconds or 1 minute.

How can the Channel Overlay be monetized?

The Channel Overlay overtakes all the content in the channel and forces your Audience to pay attention. It is the PERFECT place to remind your audience of key brands, sponsors, and advertisers. Here's a few key ideas:

1. Event Countdown: "We're counting down to race time with ABC Motors! Get ready to rev up your engines today!"
2. The Show is About to Begin: "The Show is about to begin! Please turn off your phones and get ready to be entertained! This show is made possible by ABC Foods."
3. Promotional Timed Opportunity: "Congratulations! Your timing couldn't be more perfect. This one-time offer is available for the next 30 seconds.  Receive a free watch when you click on the link below courtesy of ABC Watches."

To edit and turn on the curtain/overlay in a channel:

1. Select the Top Nav Menu on your Hub
2. Click on your Profile
3. Navigate to Hub Administration
4. Select 'Channels'
5. Select the channel you would like to turn the curtain/overlay on in.
6. Scroll down until you see 'Channel Management'

7. Select "Overlay" 

8. From here, you can edit the color of the curtain/overlay, add text or logo/images that should be on it using the same editor as posts (there is even a code view to get fancy), and lastly turn it on/off the with the toggle.

9. When setting the color, it is the same style color picker as the app settings as well where you can change the color itself and the opacity