How to Use Google's Social Media
As a freelance writer who has to promote her articles to others, I try to keep up with social networks that are on the Internet. I am most active on Facebook, though I get on other social networks to promote content. Google recently joined the Internet social network scene, but I have not understood most of it.
+1 Button
I have seen the +1 Button on websites and on the search results in Google. I figure it is a good thing like the "Like Button" on Facebook. It seems this is what it is supposed to be. People can push the +1 button on web pages and on search results to let others know that the page has good content. The Google +1 Button can also be embedded on web pages. There is a specific HTML code that can be used which is found on e-Moxie's Google's gone social page which is found listed in the sources and related links.
Social Plugin
Being that I use Google and Chrome, I've tried social plugins that are always showing and telling me to use them. However, I'm not exactly sure how they work, so I get confused. I understand that they are supposed to help track social networks and help to promote my social networks. However, I don't know what this plugin exactly does.
I read that it is supposed to track social activities such as +1s, Facebook Likes, and Tweets. There are certain codes that are used for tracking Facebook Like and Tweets. Once again, these can be found on e-Moxie's Google's gone social page which is found listed in the sources and the related links.
Sharing on Google Plus
Sharing on Google Plus is no different than sharing on Facebook. All you have to do is be logged into your Google account and go to http://plus.google.com where a time line of your friends' activities will show. You will have a text box at the top of your page. Paste a link that you want to share with others into that box and then press the button that says "Share." The link will then be shared with your Google Plus friends.
Sources:
Personal Experience
Pramschufer, M. (n.d.). Google's Gone Social: What It Means For Your Website. - The E-Moxie Website Design & Development Blog. Maryland Website Design Firm Based in Harford County | Web Design, Website Development, Internet Marketing . Retrieved January 2, 2012, from http://www.e-moxie.com/blog/googles-gone-social-what-it-means-for-your-website/
Published by Bridget Ilene Delaney
Bridget Ilene Delaney is the author of "This is My Bucket." She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism. She writes many articles on a variety of other subjects. She is interested in diabetes compli... View profile
- Sony Mylo: The Next Social Networking GadgetWondering how to catch the social networking wave with ease? Find out how the Sony Mylo may be your best resource for wireless connectivity on Flickr, MySpace, or Friendster.
- SEO News- How to Use Google Analytics IntelligenceGoogle Analytics is an essential part of SEO Toolsets. It helps us to understand traffic, visitor's trends in much better ways.
- How to Use Google ProfilesSetting up a searchable profile with Google.
- How to Use Google Chrome Browser to Unleash Many FeaturesGoogle Chrome browser is slated to release many new exciting features. Learn about upcoming features of the Google Chrome web browser and what they mean to you.
- Benefits of Using SEO and Social Media to AdvertiseThere are many benefits of using SEO and social media to advertise your business. It's a way to get the most out of your advertising and attract new customers.
- How to Use Social Media Marketing for Business Branding Online
- How to Become a Successful Squidoo Lensmaster (Part 3)
- How to Make Money Online with Google Plus Social Network
- How to Use Social Networks to Find Your Dream Job
- The Power of Social Technologies and How to Use Them to Enhance Brand Image
- Your Email Inbox as a Social Network
- Myspace: The New American Social Icon
9 Comments
Post a CommentThanks for the tips.
Thanks for the great article:)
Interesting information.
I find it very confusing. Glad I'm not alone.
I have problems understanding the plug ins and using them. I'm still trying to figure it out. Thanks for the information.
Excellent work, as always:) Great info to know.
Thanks for the great info on Google's social media
Great post! Thanks Bridget!
Yet another social network .... I imagine that only retired people have the time to fully participate in one of them, let alone the growing plethora... I suppose that someday soon, Google will rule the world by managing all of the information in it.