Adding a pop-up share widget in Blogger involves integrating a third-party sharing tool or using custom code. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you achieve this:
1. Choose a Share Widget Provider
There are several third-party services that offer pop-up share widgets. Some popular ones include:
- ShareThis: ShareThis
- AddThis: AddThis
- Sassy Social Share: Sassy Social Share
For this guide, I'll use AddThis as an example, but the general steps will be similar for other providers.
2. Create an Account and Get the Code
Sign Up: Go to AddThis and sign up for an account if you don’t already have one.
Create a Share Button:
- Once logged in, go to the dashboard and select “Share Buttons” or “Get the Code.”
- Customize your widget according to your preferences (e.g., choose the social media platforms, style, etc.).
- After customization, you will be provided with a code snippet to add to your site.
3. Add the Widget Code to Blogger
Log in to Blogger: Go to Blogger and log in to your account.
Go to Layout:
- In the Blogger dashboard, click on the “Layout” section on the left sidebar.
Add a Gadget:
- Click on “Add a Gadget” where you want the widget to appear (for example, in the sidebar or footer). You may want to choose “HTML/JavaScript” to add custom code.
Paste the Code:
- In the pop-up window, give your gadget a title (optional).
- Paste the code snippet you got from AddThis (or your chosen provider) into the content box.
- Click “Save” to add the gadget to your layout.
Save Your Layout:
- Make sure to save your layout changes by clicking “Save arrangement” or “Save” at the top-right corner of the Layout page.
4. Check Your Blog
View Your Blog: Visit your blog to make sure the widget appears and functions correctly.
Test the Widget: Click on the share buttons to ensure they open as a pop-up and that the sharing options are working properly.
5. Customize and Troubleshoot
- Customize: If needed, go back to your widget provider’s dashboard to make any adjustments to the look and functionality of your pop-up widget.
- Troubleshoot: If the widget doesn’t appear or isn’t functioning correctly, double-check that you’ve copied and pasted the code correctly. Ensure that there are no conflicts with other scripts on your site.
Alternative: Custom Code Approach
If you prefer to use custom code for more control, you can create a simple pop-up share widget with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. However, this requires a bit more technical knowledge and coding skills.
Example Outline:
- HTML: Add a button to trigger the pop-up.
- CSS: Style the pop-up and position it.
- JavaScript: Create a function to open and close the pop-up when the button is clicked.
If you want a specific example of custom code or have questions about this process, feel free to ask