Chapter 1: Understanding Medium's Series Feature

Are you a mobile user navigating the Medium app? If you’re on the non-beta version, you might have come across the Series feature on various profiles. Have you ever clicked on them? It’s interesting to note that even though many writers utilize the Medium app, Series aren't as widespread.

The Series feature was introduced by Medium a few years back and serves as a creative outlet for writers to compile snippets, images, and videos into a cohesive presentation. Casey Botticello offers an excellent guide on creating a Series. Essentially, it allows authors to curate their finest articles, summarize their work, or group writings around a common theme—30-day challenges being a popular choice. It's a clever concept.

Many writers have found success with Series, including Ranjani Rao and Todd Brison, whose posts cover topics like book reviews and relocating to new countries. Their engaging pieces are definitely worth exploring.

However, Series did have some limitations: they could only be created on mobile devices, could not be monetized, and the feature was eventually deprecated in 2020.

So why revisit this topic? Because the Series function holds valuable lessons on crafting engaging content with concise prose.

Chapter 2: The Evolution of Shortform Content

The Series concept is a precursor to what we now call Shortform content. Consider these benefits:

• The writing is succinct.
• Each article is a quick read.
• It can be monetized.
• Images and videos can be integrated.
• It is accessible across various devices.
• It qualifies for Medium’s Partner Program.

As you reflect on this, I encourage you to explore a few Series for inspiration. Never overlook any feature on Medium; maintaining a learning mindset is crucial.

Lastly, if you already have Series on your profile and are unsure how to attract more attention and revenue for your efforts, remember to download your articles (a good practice at least once a month) and republish them on your profile.

The second video, titled "Ultimate Look Back - Medium," provides insights into the platform's evolution and how features like Series have shaped content creation.