Have Facebook posts become so infrequent that your friends are wondering if you've moved to Mars? Do you want to appear more active on the social network, without actually taking the time to write new posts?
You have come to the right place. We've collected some of the best IFTTT recipes that get posted to your Facebook account automatically. All of these are practical. Some may even become hysterical.
Before we get started, let's summarize what IFTTT, or “If This Then That” can do. The free service allows everyday users to create chains of statements, called "recipes," that are triggered based on changes in other web services like Gmail, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.
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In this post, you will add new and existing recipes to your IFTTT account. To get started, you'll need to sign up for a free IFTTT account through the company's website or through Google Play's iTunes, IF app for iOS and Android.
The ideal way to add or create an IFTTT recipe is by using the IF app. Most likely, the recipe you are looking for has already been added. If not, creating a new recipe is relatively easy.
To find a recipe, go to the IF app and select the recipe icon at the top right of the screen. Near “My Recipes” Select the “+” button. This action brings up the "Suggested Services" screen. Find the service you would like to use. If you haven't connected a service to IFTTT yet, you'll need to do so by clicking the service's link, selecting Connect, and following the additional instructions. (You are often asked to validate the use of your credentials for the smart product.)
Once connected, you will see a list of “Popular Recipes” that use the service you just added. You can also select recipes from the “Recommended” and “Collections” tabs, or by using the “Search” icon at the top right of the screen.
To create a new recipe, go to the IF app and select the recipe icon at the top right of the screen. Then next to “My Recipes” select the “+” button, which brings up the “Suggested Services” screen. Select Create a recipe at the bottom of the screen.
From here you will create an IF / Then statement. Click the “+” after “Yes” and then select a service.
For example, select Date &Time under “Suggested Services.” On the next screen, tap Create a recipe. Under “Choose a trigger,” select “Every day on.” Choose 9 a.m., and then “Next.” Now select “+” after “Then” and select a service. Choose facebook Under “Choose an action,” select “Create a status message.”
On this next page, add text to the “status message” box and then select “Next.”
You will now see a summary of the recipe you just created. In this case, you'll see If every day at 9am, then create a status message on the (Your Name) timeline.” Program the recipe by hitting “Finish.”
Now it's time to add some Facebook status recipes.
Tired of Facebook friends bragging about their latest 5K win? Need a little motivation to stick to your exercise or sleep plan? The following IFTTT recipes will do the trick.
With the “Target Daily Step Reached” recipe, your friends will know when it's time to celebrate with you. Conversely, "If the goal is not achieved, tell your friends to encourage you." It can help you cross the finish line. This recipe alerts your friends when an individual goal is not reached at a certain time during the day.
Aren't you a morning person? Try “If the goal is not achieved, tell your friends to encourage you.” With this recipe, when you sleep for less than a certain number of hours, you can warn your friends that you are going to be in a bad mood today.
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For example, with “Daily Step Target Achieved,” you could add “I'm the boss” or “I'm in charge” to the message. When “If the goal is not achieved, tell your friends to motivate you.” happens, you could add "It was a bad day" or "Don't hate me" to the message. Add "I need caffeine" when you didn't get enough sleep.
Be creative, the choice is yours.
Do you use a Misfit tracker? Try the recipe “If you achieve your daily goal, post a celebration message on Facebook..”
How about a Jawbone UP? Use “Post your Jawbone UP activity on Facebook graphically. (goal is 10,000 steps)” or “Tell my friends when I haven't worked out for a week. Nothing like shame as a motivator!”
Thanks to the GPS capabilities of your smartphone, IFTTT always knows where you are. Use this information to automatically send a status message.
Here's one of our favorites:"Let your friends know you're back in town." With this recipe, when you return to a precise location (perhaps within a city limits), your friends will know.
Go to Starbucks often? “Share Starbucks photo when connected to Starbucks WiFi” It's a great recipe to have and a lot of fun too.
Want something even more fun? Create a Facebook recipe that alerts your friends every time you arrive at your favorite bar or coffee shop that includes the comment. “I decided on a liquid diet today.”
You can also have Facebook status messages trigger at certain times of the day or year. For example, you could add “If it's 6 in the morning! Then create a good morning greeting on Facebook!” wish your friends a great new day at work.
“I wish you all a happy new year!” and “Celebrate the 4th of July with your Facebook friends.” it happens only once a year.
There are other Facebook-related recipes to try that don't fit into one category. Among our favorites:
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With “If a new track is added to a playlist, post a status update on Facebook,” Everyone will always know about the Spotify tunes you care about. “Update your Facebook status with the songs you're listening to on Echo ” does the same with Amazon Echo 7 Creative Uses for Amazon Echo and Alexa 7 Creative Uses for Amazon Echo and Alexa You've seen the ads starring Alec Baldwin, but you're still not sure what the Amazon Echo does or if you need one in your home . We're about to find out. Read more users.
winter love? “If snow is forecast tomorrow, create a state that tells everyone that snow is forecast!” is the recipe for you.
Do you have a sweet tooth? With “Post a Facebook status message every time someone reaches the cookie jar.” You can admit every time you broke down and had a snack. This recipe works with a WeMo motion detector. Which smart plug is the best for you? Which smart plug is the best for you? Even if you're not into the whole smart home automation trend, you should still get some smart plugs. They are one of the easiest smart home products to use. Read more.
IFTTT is a great tool for posting automated messages to your Facebook account. These can take many forms, including triggered by your exercise routine, the time of day, or your location. Each one is easy to add. The biggest hurdle is deciding which ones to use.
What recipes do you like to use for Facebook??
