The Send Push Notification action is used to notify users about certain events or actions with push notifications. With settings such as title, message, user targeting and routing, personalized and effective feedback can be created. This action is supported in both web and mobile applications.
Technical Specifications
Push Notification Sending: Real-time user notification.
Header and Message Field: Fixed or dynamic content can be added to the notification.
User Targeting: Can be sent to specific users or all users.
Redirection: Clicking on the notification can redirect to a specific page.
Web and Mobile Compatibility: Works on both web and mobile platforms.
Send Push Notification Implementation Steps
Adding Send Push Notification Action to the Project
Log in to the Kuika platform and open the project you are working on.
Open the Properties panel on the right panel in the UI Design module.
From the+ ADD ACTION drop-down menu, select an appropriate trigger action (event) such as Initial Actions, OnClick, OnBlur respectively → Notification → Send Push Notification.
Configure Send Push Notification Parameters
You can customize your notifications by configuring the fields below:
Title
Tip: String
Necessity Yes
Description: Set the title of the notification to be sent. This title is located at the top of the notification and attracts the user's attention.
Input: You can type the title of your notification. For example: “New Notification!” In this field, data can be imported primarily from data sources such as Action Result. Other sources such as Method Input, Current, Screen Input, Fixed or Component can also be used. These categories can be defined by selecting them via Symbol Picker .
Message
Tip: String
Necessity Yes
Description: Enter the content of the notification. This section describes what users will be informed about.
Input: You can type the text part of your notification. For example: “A new login has been made to your account.” Data can be imported into this field primarily from data sources such as Action Result. Other sources such as Method Input, Current, Screen Input, Fixed or Component can also be used. These categories can be defined by selecting them via Symbol Picker.
User Name
Tip: String
Requirement: Optional
Description: Type the user name to send the notification to. If you will send the notification only to a specific user, you need to fill this parameter. If you will send it to all users, you can leave this field blank.
Input : You can type the user name to which the notification will be sent. For example: “john_doe@kuika.com” or you can leave the username blank. Data can be transferred to this field primarily from data sources such as Action Result. In addition, different sources such as Method Input, Current, Screen Input, Fixed or Component can also be used. These categories can be defined by selecting them via Symbol Picker.
Optional Parameters
With the optional parameter below, you can specify the page to navigate to when the notification is clicked:
Navigate On Notification Click
Tip: String
Requirement: Optional
Description: Determines which page the application will redirect to when the user clicks on the notification. This parameter allows the user to navigate to a specific page through the notification.
Input: You can type the URL or page ID of the page to be redirected to. For example: “/home” or “/profile”. Data from data sources such as Action Result can be imported into this field. Other sources such as Method Input, Current, Screen Input, Fixed or Component can also be used. These categories can be defined by selecting them via Symbol Picker.
Completing the Recording Process
After configuring your parameters, click SAVE to save your changes. This will ensure that the Send Push Notification action is successfully added.
Usage Scenario: Send Notification to User when Order Completed
In an e-commerce application, it is very important to notify users that their orders have been completed. With Kuika's Send Push Notification action, a push notification can be automatically sent to the user at the end of the order process. This keeps the user informed and increases their engagement with the app.
Add Send Push Notification Action
Log in to the Kuika platform.
Open the project you will work on from the Apps screen.
Switch to the UI Design module and navigate to the page or button you want to send notifications to.
Fill in the following fields in the drop-down menu:
Title: For example, Your order is ready!
Message: For example, your order has been successfully completed and shipped.
User Name: Enter the user name of the user who will receive the notification (For example: john.doe@kuika.com).
Make Additional Settings with + ADD OPTIONAL PARAMETER
Navigate On Notification Click: Specify the screen to navigate to when the user clicks on the notification. Example: OrderDetail screen can be selected.
After Action Usage
When the Send Push Notification action is executed:
The user receives a push notification that the order has been completed.
The title and content of the notification provides information about the user's order.
When the user clicks on the notification, they are directed to the relevant page to view the details.
This increases user satisfaction and trust in the application.
Send Push Notification Advanced Customizations
Personalized Notifications: User specific messages can be created with the User Name parameter.
Interaction with Navigation: With Navigate On Notification Click, the user can be redirected directly to a page when the notification is clicked.
Dynamic Content: Dynamic fields such as username and order number can be used in message and header content.
Technical Risks and Control
Destination Error: If the User Name field is entered incorrectly, the notification may be sent to the wrong user.
Excessively Long Messages: Especially on mobile, message fields are limited. Short and clear content should be preferred.
Incorrect Redirection: If page redirection is to be done, make sure that the page is available in the application.
Send Push Notification is an effective and modern way to instantly notify app users. With customizable messages, forwarding features and cross-platform support, it increases user engagement, provides quick feedback on actions and improves the communication quality of your app.
