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Custom Feeds

By default, the main feed displays all articles from followed journals. Wispar provides advanced filtering capabilities to create custom views based on specific criteria. These filters operate directly on the local database to surface the most relevant content.

Creating a Custom Feed​

To create a new custom feed:

  1. Tap the Wispar icon at the top right of the main screen.
  2. Select Create a custom feed.
  3. Define the desired criteria in the configuration panel and tap Save.

Switching Between Feeds​

Once custom feeds are created, switching between them is handled through the App Bar:

  • Tap the Feed Name on the left of the App Bar (by default, this displays "Home").
  • A small down arrow indicates that this title is a menu.
  • Tapping it opens a dialog window containing the list of all available feeds.
  • Selecting a name from the list will immediately update the feed to match those criteria.

Managing Existing Feeds​

To modify or remove feeds, open the feed selection dialog as described above and tap the Edit button:

  • Edit: Tap the pencil icon next to a feed name to reopen the configuration panel.
  • Delete: Tap the trash can icon to permanently remove a custom feed.
  • Note: The default "Home" feed cannot be edited or deleted.

Filter Criteria​

1. Feed Name​

Each configuration requires a unique name, which is used for identification in the App Bar menu.

2. Journal Selection​

Filters can be restricted to specific journals:

  • Followed Journals: Selection from the list of journals currently being followed.
  • More Journals: Selection from journals cached in the local database that are not actively followed.
  • Select All/Clear All: Shortcuts to manage large lists of journals quickly.

3. Keyword Filtering​

  • Include Keywords: Only articles containing at least one of these terms in the title or abstract will be displayed. Enter a word and press Space to create a tag.
  • Exclude Keywords: Any article containing these terms will be hidden. This is useful for removing recurring unrelated topics.

4. Publication Date​

  • None: No date filtering is applied.
  • Published After/Before/Between: Restricts the feed to articles within specific timeframes.

Saving and Synchronization​

  • Saved filters are applied immediately.
  • If Cloud Sync is enabled, feed configurations are automatically synchronized across all connected devices.
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Custom feeds are non-destructive. Creating or deleting a filter does not affect the stored articles; it only changes which articles are currently visible.