Using the calendar feature on the Buffer mobile app

Sometimes, you may need to schedule on the go. Take advantage of the calendar feature on our mobile app, making scheduling posts and managing your queues seamless. The calendar provides a visual snapshot of your monthly upcoming posts.

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In this article:

  1. Navigating to the calendar view on mobile
  2. How to schedule a post in the calendar view on mobile 
  3. Editing posts in the calendar

Navigating to the calendar view on mobile

  1. Tap Publish at the bottom of the app.
  2. Select a channel or select All Channels to view your calendar across channels.
  3. Finally, tap the Calendar icon in the upper right corner.

From the Calendar, you can see scheduled posts in a weekly view, or access a daily view by tapping on a date in the calendar (ex. September 19th).

Buffer mobile app - calendar view

How to schedule a post in the calendar view on mobile

  1. Posts can be created from the calendar view by selecting a date and then tapping the + button in the lower right corner of the screen.

    Buffer mobile app - add post from calendar view

  2. Add your text, media attachments, and links to craft your post in the composer. Tap the + icon and select the social accounts where you want to share your posts.

    Buffer mobile app - adding another channel to post in the composer

  3. Tap Next and select a scheduling option. The scheduled post will display in the calendar on your specified time and date. 

Editing Posts in the calendar

Edit posts by tapping on the date in the calendar, then tapping on the three vertical dots located in the bottom right corner of the post. Tap Edit post to make changes.

Buffer mobile app - option edit a post in the calendar view

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