How to Automate Evergreen Post Republishing in Mydrop

By the end of this tutorial you will have a saved automation in Automations that automatically republishes evergreen posts to the profiles or groups you choose when the trigger condition occurs.

Before you start

Checklist:

• Connected profiles: verify each social profile is connected and shows as active in Profiles.
• Publish permissions: confirm your account or team role has publish permissions for those profiles.
• Evergreen posts available: have the post text saved or the evergreen items in Gallery ready to select.
• Required media uploaded: images or video must be in the Gallery or attached to the post.
• Notification preferences: set who receives automation alerts if an action fails.

1. Open the feature

2. Open Mydrop and go to the top-level menu item Automations.

3. Click New Automation. The Automation builder opens.

4. Confirm you see a step navigation bar and a field or label for Trigger type. This indicates the builder is ready.

5. Set up the basics

6. Name the automation in the Name or Title field. Use a clear name like "Evergreen Republishing - Product Tips".

7. Choose profiles or groups. Click the profile picker and select one or more profiles or a saved profile group.

8. Set permissions and visibility. Choose the team or role visibility if prompted so the right teammates can edit or run the automation.

9. Choose a trigger. Select a trigger type such as a specific time, recurring interval, or another event. Use the time picker to set an exact time or choose day-interval/month-day options for repeating schedules.

10. Double-check AM/PM and timezone if shown. An incorrect AM/PM is a common timing error.

11. Add the content and posting options

12. Select evergreen post(s). Click the content selector and choose saved evergreen text or items from the Gallery.

13. Attach media. Add images or video from the Gallery if the post requires media. Confirm each media file shows as attached.

14. Confirm or write the caption. Edit the caption field to include any tags, links, or mentions. Keep the final text short and proofread.

15. Set posting options. Choose whether the automation should reuse the same post each time or rotate through a set. Configure repost settings and any scheduling overrides.

16. Optionally choose notifications for failures or confirmations.

17. Review and save

18. Review trigger details, selected profiles, and the post preview shown in the builder.

19. Click Save. After saving, the automation appears in the Automations list.

20. Check the automation status column. It should show Active or Paused.

21. Confirm available actions: Pause, Duplicate, Run once, Edit, and Delete should be visible for the saved automation.

Verification checks

• The automation appears in the Automations list with the name entered.
• Status reads Active if enabled, or Paused if you saved it that way.
• Actions menu includes Pause, Duplicate, Run once, Edit, and Delete.
• A Run once action posts the selected content immediately to the chosen profile for testing.

Troubleshooting and next steps

• If the automation does not run, recheck connected profiles and publish permissions.
• Ensure required media is attached and not removed from Gallery.
• Confirm trigger time, interval, and AM/PM settings.
• Use Run once to validate content and permissions without waiting for the scheduled trigger.
• Edit the automation to adjust profiles, content, or timing; save changes and re-verify status.

Common setup mistakes to prevent

• Selecting the wrong profile or group.
• Saving without publish permission for the chosen profile.
• Using the wrong AM/PM or an incorrect recurring interval.
• Forgetting to attach required media.
• Not saving after making edits.

Conclusion Once saved and Active, the automation will republish the chosen evergreen posts according to the trigger. Use Run once to test, and pause or edit the automation from the Automations list when needed.

This section shows how to open the Automation builder and configure the core settings so your evergreen posts will republish automatically to the profiles or groups you choose.

Step 1: Open the feature

1. From the top-level menu, click Automations to open the Automations page.
2. On the Automations page, click New Automation. This opens the Automation builder.
3. Confirm the builder opened: you should see step navigation across the top or side and a visible label or field titled Trigger type. These indicate you are in the multi-step builder.
4. If the builder does not open, check that your browser did not block popups or that you have the right account view and permissions to create automations.

Quick checklist before continuing:

• Connected profiles appear in your account.
• You have permission to create and publish automations for those profiles.

What you should see after opening:

• A clear step flow or breadcrumb showing multiple steps (for example Start, Trigger, Content, Options).
• A form area showing Trigger type and controls for the first builder step.

Step 2: Set up the basics

1. Name the automation

   • Find the Name or Title field near the top of the builder.
   • Enter a descriptive name that explains the goal, for example "Evergreen Republish: Product Tips".
   • Short, clear names make it easier for teammates to identify automations.

2. Choose profiles or a group

   • Click the profiles or profile groups selector.
   • From the list, choose one or more connected profiles or an existing group.
   • Confirm the selected profiles appear as chips, rows, or a checked list in the builder.
   • If the wrong profile is selected, remove it now and choose the correct one. Publishing to the wrong account is the most common setup error.

3. Set permissions and visibility

   • Locate any permission or visibility options on this step (labels may reference who can view or edit).
   • Choose the appropriate team visibility and publishing permission level so teammates can manage or run the automation as needed.
   • If unsure, pick a restrictive setting first and expand access after confirming the workflow works.

4. Choose the trigger type

   • Open the Trigger type control and pick the trigger that matches your goal:
     • Time or Scheduled trigger to run at specific times or on a recurring interval.
     • Interval trigger to run every N hours or every N days.
     • Event trigger to run when an in-app event occurs (if available).
   • After selection, a small summary or form for that trigger type should appear (for example a time picker or interval fields). The presence of the Trigger type label and its related controls confirms the choice.

5. Configure time, interval, or day settings

   • For a scheduled time: use the time picker to set hour and minute. Double-check AM/PM if the control uses a 12-hour clock.
   • For intervals: set the frequency (for example every 7 days) in the interval field.
   • For day-specific schedules: select specific weekdays or month days if the builder offers day selection.
   • After setting the values, look for a trigger summary or preview that restates your selection (for example "Every Monday at 09:00").

6. Verify the basics before moving on

   • Check that the automation name, chosen profiles/groups, and the trigger summary all show correctly in the current step.
   • If the builder shows a step navigation bar, confirm the current step (Basics/Trigger) is highlighted and that a Next or Continue control is visible to advance.
   • Correct any mistakes now: wrong profiles, incorrect AM/PM, or an unintended interval.

What you should see when basics are set:

• Your automation name displayed in the builder header or top field.
• The selected profiles or group listed visibly.
• A clear Trigger type label plus a short summary of the trigger settings (time, interval, or event).
• A Next/Continue affordance to proceed to content and options.

Proceed to add content and posting options once these basic settings show correctly.

Step 3: Add the content or settings

This step attaches the evergreen post(s), any required media, and the repost options that control how the automation publishes.

1. Choose content source.

   1. Click Add content or Select posts in the builder.
   2. Pick the evergreen draft(s) you want to republish from Drafts or Gallery. Selected items should appear in the builder as a list or tiles.
   3. Confirm each selected item shows a title or thumbnail so you know the right post is chosen.

2. Attach media and check assets.

   1. If the post requires images or video, click Attach media or Add from Gallery.
   2. Select the uploaded files you want to include. The builder should display thumbnails for attached media.
   3. Checklist: verify each required file is uploaded and visible before saving. Missing media is a common cause of failed posts.

3. Confirm or edit captions and text.

   1. Use the caption textarea to write or confirm the post copy. The builder shows a text area or prompt field where the caption appears.
   2. Edit hashtags, mentions, and links as needed. Keep captions within platform limits.
   3. Quick check: scan the caption for broken links or placeholder text left from a draft.

4. Set posting options for the content.

   1. Choose whether this is a one-time repost or part of a recurring repost rule.
   2. If scheduling by time, use the time picker or day settings to set the hour and AM/PM or the interval pattern (hour-interval, day-interval, or month-day if available).
   3. If there are repost settings (for example, allow X repeats or interval), set them now so the automation does not repost too often.

5. Small checklist before moving on:

   • Content selected matches the intended campaign.
   • All required media appear as thumbnails.
   • Caption text is final and platform-compliant.
   • Posting option (immediate, scheduled, or repeat) is chosen.

6. Save content selections in the builder.

   1. Click Next or Save content (the builder advances to the review step).
   2. Expect the builder to show a summary row for each post you added.

Why this matters: Confirming content and media here prevents the automation from publishing incomplete posts or failing because of missing assets or wrong captions.

Step 4: Review the workflow

This step verifies the trigger, content, profiles, and posting options, then saves and activates the automation.

1. Review the automation summary.

   1. In the final builder view, confirm the automation name, selected profiles or groups, and the trigger type shown as Trigger type.
   2. Verify the trigger details: scheduled time or interval should match your intended timezone and AM/PM choice.
   3. Confirm the list of posts and attached media shown in the summary.

2. Preview the post(s).

   1. Click Preview post or view the post summary in the builder to see how the caption and media will appear on the chosen profile.
   2. Check that the profile name or avatar shown in the preview matches the profile you expect.
   3. If the preview looks wrong, go back to the content step and adjust media or captions.

3. Finalize options and save.

   1. Choose the automation state: Save and Activate to make it live, or Save and keep it Paused if you want to wait.
   2. Click Save or Save automation. The builder should close and return you to the Automations list.

4. Verify the saved automation in Automations.

   1. In the Automations list, find your automation by name.
   2. Confirm the status reads Active or Paused as you selected.
   3. Confirm the available actions appear (Pause, Duplicate, Run once, Edit, Delete). These actions show the automation is saved and manageable.

5. Test the automation with Run once.

   1. Use Run once from the Automations list to perform an immediate test of the workflow.
   2. After Run once completes, check the target profile feed or scheduled posts queue to confirm the test post was created or published.

Verification checks after saving:

• Automation appears in the Automations list with the correct name and status.
• Trigger details in the list match your time and interval settings.
• The post preview shows the right caption and media for the chosen profile.
• Run once successfully creates or publishes a test post when used.

If something looks off, use Edit to correct the trigger, profiles, or content, then Save again. Common issues to recheck: wrong profile selected, missing media, incorrect AM/PM or interval settings, and publish permission for the chosen profile.

Troubleshooting and next steps

This section helps fix common problems and shows quick next actions so the automation republishes evergreen posts as expected.

Checklist to review first

1. Connected profiles: confirm each target profile shows as connected in Profiles.
2. Publish permission: verify your account has publish rights for the selected profiles or groups.
3. Content and media: confirm the evergreen post and any required images or video are in Gallery or selected in the builder.
4. Automation status: check the automation shows Active (not Paused) after saving.

Quick fixes (follow in order)

1. Confirm status
   1. Open Automations and find the saved automation.
   2. If the status shows Paused, click Pause to toggle it back to Active.
   3. Expect to see the status change on the automation row and the actions Pause, Duplicate, Run once, Edit, Delete available.
2. Run a manual test
   1. Click Run once from the automation row or inside the builder preview.
   2. Confirm the post appears in the scheduled queue or publishes immediately depending on the posting option you set.
   3. Use this to validate content, caption, and media before relying on the trigger.
3. Check selected profiles or groups
   1. Open Edit for the automation.
   2. Re-open the profile selection step and confirm the correct individual profiles or the intended profile group are checked.
   3. Wrong profile selection is a frequent cause of posts not appearing where expected.
4. Verify the trigger and time settings
   1. Open the Trigger step and confirm the chosen Trigger type (time, interval, or event) matches your intention.
   2. If the trigger uses a time picker, confirm AM/PM, timezone context, and day settings are correct.
   3. For interval triggers, confirm the day-interval or hour-interval matches the intended cadence.
5. Confirm media and caption requirements
   1. Open the Content step and preview the selected evergreen post.
   2. Ensure required media is attached; some platforms require at least one image or video.
   3. If a caption references placeholders, confirm they resolve correctly in preview.
6. Check team permissions and notifications
   1. If a teammate set the automation, verify their permissions allow the automation to publish.
   2. Confirm notification preferences so you receive alerts about runs or failures.
7. Inspect scheduling conflicts
   1. If a different automation or scheduled post conflicts with the same profile/time, adjust times or use Run once to test at a free slot.
8. Re-save and re-run
   1. After making adjustments, save the automation again.
   2. Use Run once to confirm the fix immediately.

If an automation still does not run

1. Duplicate the automation and test the duplicate with a single profile to isolate the issue.
2. Temporarily change the trigger to Run once or a short interval to force an immediate test.
3. Remove optional attachments, then add them back to confirm which item blocks publishing.
4. If notifications were enabled, check the activity feed or notification center for any publish errors or status messages.

Next steps after verification

1. Monitor the first few automated publishes to confirm captions, links, and media render correctly.
2. Use Duplicate to create variations for other profile groups or times.
3. Add a Run once check to your release checklist whenever you edit an automation.
4. Adjust notification preferences so the team receives alerts on important runs.
5. If you republish frequently, create an automation variant with a different interval to avoid duplicate audience fatigue.

Conclusion

After following these checks and fixes, the automation should publish your evergreen content to the chosen profiles on the configured trigger. Use Run once to verify changes, watch the automation status in Automations, and duplicate or edit the workflow to scale the setup across teams.