# Facebook Group Post Generator

## Overview
The Facebook Group Post Generator is a powerful tool designed to help content creators and community managers create engaging posts for Facebook Groups. It provides a comprehensive interface for crafting community-focused content that drives discussion and fosters engagement within Facebook Groups.

## Features

### Content & Media Management
- **Multiple Post Types**: Create discussions, questions, announcements, resources, or event posts
- **Rich Media Support**: Add images, videos, documents, or links to your posts
- **AI-Powered Content Generation**: Generate engaging content based on your specifications
- **Content Customization**: Fine-tune your post content with various formatting options

### Interactive Elements
- **Poll Creation**: Create polls with up to 4 options to gather member opinions
- **Question Features**: Add questions to encourage member responses
- **Announcement Toggle**: Mark important posts as announcements for better visibility
- **Media Attachments**: Support for various media types to enhance post engagement

### Engagement Optimization
- **Target Audience Selection**: Customize posts for specific member segments
- **Tone Customization**: Choose from professional, casual, friendly, formal, or humorous tones
- **Call-to-Action Options**: Select from various actions to encourage member participation
- **Engagement Prompts**: Add prompts to stimulate discussion and comments

### Preview & Export
- **Live Preview**: See how your post will appear before publishing
- **Export Options**: Copy to clipboard or download as text file
- **Format Validation**: Ensure your post meets Facebook's requirements
- **Timestamp Tracking**: Keep track of when posts were created

## How to Use

1. **Access the Generator**
   - Navigate to the Facebook Group Post Generator in the AI Writer dashboard
   - Select "Create New Post" to start

2. **Configure Post Settings**
   - Choose your post type
   - Add your content or let AI generate it
   - Select media options if needed

3. **Add Interactive Elements**
   - Create polls or questions
   - Set announcement status
   - Configure engagement settings

4. **Generate and Export**
   - Click "Generate Group Post" to create your content
   - Preview the generated post
   - Export or copy the content

## Best Practices

### Content Creation
- Keep posts concise and focused
- Use clear, engaging language
- Include relevant hashtags
- Add visual elements when appropriate

### Engagement
- Ask open-ended questions
- Create polls for member input
- Use appropriate tone for your audience
- Include clear calls-to-action

### Media Usage
- Optimize images for Facebook
- Keep videos short and engaging
- Use high-quality media
- Include alt text for accessibility

## Technical Requirements

- Python 3.7+
- Streamlit
- Required Python packages:
  - streamlit
  - typing
  - datetime
  - json
  - logging

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues
1. **Content Generation Fails**
   - Check your internet connection
   - Verify input parameters
   - Try reducing content length

2. **Media Upload Issues**
   - Ensure file size is within limits
   - Check file format compatibility
   - Verify file permissions

3. **Export Problems**
   - Check available disk space
   - Verify write permissions
   - Ensure proper file naming

## Future Updates

- Enhanced AI content generation
- Additional media type support
- Advanced analytics integration
- Template library
- Bulk post scheduling
- Multi-language support
- Advanced engagement metrics
- A/B testing capabilities

## Contributing

We welcome contributions to improve the Facebook Group Post Generator. Please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Make your changes
4. Submit a pull request

## License

This module is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details. 