Overview

This node sends an image as a status update in a messaging application session. It is useful for sharing visual content with contacts or groups as a status message, such as posting event photos, promotional images, or personal updates. The node supports specifying the session, image file details, optional caption, and target contacts for the status update.

Use Case Examples

1. Sending a photo of a product launch to all contacts as a status update.
2. Sharing a vacation picture with selected contacts via status.

Properties

Output

JSON

• statusId - Identifier of the sent status update.
• timestamp - Timestamp when the status was sent.
• session - The session name used to send the status.
• file
  • mimetype - MIME type of the sent image file.
  • filename - Filename of the sent image file.
  • url - URL of the sent image file.
• caption - Caption text sent with the image status.
• contacts - List of contacts the status was sent to.

Dependencies

• An API key credential or authentication token for the messaging service is required to send status updates.

Troubleshooting

• Ensure the session name is correct and active; otherwise, the status cannot be sent.
• Verify the file URL is accessible and points to a valid image file.
• If using contacts, ensure the list is properly formatted JSON and contacts exist in the session.
• Timeout errors may occur if the server is slow or unreachable; adjust the timeout setting accordingly.
• SSL certificate errors can be bypassed by enabling the 'Ignore SSL Issues' option, but this reduces security.