Managing your issue schedule is a key part of keeping your product timelines accurate and your ad sales on track. Whether you're launching a single issue or building out an entire year’s schedule, MediaOS gives you the flexibility to create and adjust issues with ease.
You can either watch the video below for a full walkthrough or follow the step-by-step guide below to get started.
Getting Started: Open the Issues Section #
To begin, navigate to the Product Page for the publication you want to update. In the left-hand panel, click on the Issues section. Once selected, you’ll see an orange + New tab appear underneath. Hover over this tab to access the two options for adding issues.
Add a Single Issue or Use Mass Add #
MediaOS offers two ways to create issues. You can select Add Issue to manually enter a single edition, which is ideal for occasional or one-off publications. Or, if you're working with a recurring schedule—such as monthly or quarterly—you can use the Mass Add tool to quickly generate a full year’s worth of issues in one step.
Using the Mass Add Tool #
The Mass Add tool simplifies scheduling for recurring publications. Begin by entering the number of issues per year you plan to publish and select a start date for the schedule. Then, answer a few key setup questions:
- How many days before the release date should ad sales stop? This sets the Sell By Date.
- How many days before the release date is the issue sent to press? This defines the Press Date.
MediaOS will automatically close each issue once the release date has passed. Don’t worry—dates can always be edited later if your timeline changes.
Previewing and Editing the Issue Schedule #
Once your settings are in place, click the Preview Issue Schedule button. MediaOS will generate a complete issue schedule based on your inputs. From here, you can manually adjust the names and dates of each issue directly in the fields provided, giving you full control over your publishing timeline.
Finalize and View Your Issue Schedule #
When you're satisfied with your schedule, click Create Issues to finalize it. You’ll be redirected back to the Product Page, where you can return to the Issues section to view your updated timeline. Your issue schedule is now live and ready for ad sales, production planning, and editorial coordination.
