How to create template

Step 1 : Navigate to the Template menu in TextCRM.

Step 2 : Click the Create button

  • Template Name (Use underscore to separate words e.g. summer_collection, underscore adds automatically on pressing “SPACE” keyboard button)
  • Category & Subcategory
  • Language
  • Message Body (Enter parameters in this form {{parameter}}. Upon broadcast, the variable name will be replaced with the corresponding contact attribute values)

Step 3 : Manage Content

Header (Optional)

  • Add a short header to summarize the template’s purpose (optional).

Body

  • Write the main content of the message.
  • Use placeholders like {{1}}, {{2}} for dynamic variables as needed.
  • Avoid using reserved keywords.

Footer (Optional)

  • Add a footer message for disclaimers or additional notes.

Step 4 : Manage Buttons

Select the type of button:

  • You can choose from three types of buttons:
  • None: No buttons will be included in the message.
  • Call to Action: Allows you to insert actionable buttons such as:
    • Visit Website: Links to a webpage.
    • Call Now: Allows customers to make a phone call.
    • Copy Code: Shares a code or text.
  • Quick Reply: Adds predefined replies that customers can select with a single tap.

Step 5 : Choose a button option

  • None: Select this if you do not want to add any buttons.
  • Call to Action: Choose this to insert buttons that direct users to take specific actions (e.g., visit a website or make a call).
  • Quick Reply: Select this for predefined responses customers can quickly choose.

Customiz your Buttons

If you select Call to Action, follow these steps:

  1. Visit Website:
    • Enter the button text in the “Button Text” field (e.g., “Visit Our Store”).
    • Choose the URL type (e.g., Web URL or App URL).
    • Enter the website URL in the “Website URL” field (e.g., https://www.example.com).
    • Click the + button to save your input.

If you select Call now , Follow thes step

  • Enter the button text (e.g., “Call Us”).
  • Select the country flag dropdown to ensure the correct country code.
  • Enter the phone number (e.g., +880123456789).
  • Click the + button to save.

If you select Copy Code , Follow thes step

  • Enter the button text (e.g., “Get Discount Code”).
  • Enter the offer code (e.g., SAVE10) in the “Offer Code” field.
  • Click the + button to save.

If you select Quick Reply, follow these steps:

  • Enter the text for the quick reply in the “Button Text” field (e.g., “Yes, I’m Interested”).
  • Click the + button to save.

Note : Once you’ve added the buttons, you’ll see them displayed above the input fields. You can:

  • Make edits by changing the text or values in the input fields.
  • Click on each button to ensure they behave as expected.

Step 6 : Save and Send

  • Ensure all required fields are filled correctly.
  • Click Save / Send to Meta Review to confirm your button configuration.
  • Include the buttons in your message and send them to your audience.

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Updated on December 20, 2024