Using the Text Element in Email Builder
What is the Text Element?
The Text Element is a versatile content block within the Email Builder that enables you to add and style written content throughout your email layouts. This powerful tool supports comprehensive text formatting options including font customization, color selection, text alignment, hyperlink insertion, and list creation. Whether you're crafting compelling headlines or detailed body content, the Text Element provides the flexibility needed to create professional, brand-aligned email communications.
Designed with responsiveness in mind, the Text Element automatically adapts to various screen sizes, ensuring your message maintains its visual integrity across desktop and mobile devices.
Key Benefits
- Effortlessly incorporate various text types including headings and paragraphs
- Maintain brand consistency through complete control over typography and styling
- Embed clickable links directly within text for effective call-to-action elements
- Customize spacing and alignment for optimal visual presentation
- Ensure mobile-responsive design that works across all devices
How to Add and Configure the Text Element
Adding the Element
- Navigate to Marketing → Emails → Templates from your CRM dashboard
- Open an existing template or create a new one
- Click the Add Elements icon in the left sidebar
- Drag the Text Element to your desired position in the layout
Configuring Your Text
Click on the Text Element to access the editing options:
- Type or paste your content directly into the text area
- Use the formatting toolbar for text styling (bold, italic, underline, lists, alignment)
- Apply heading styles ranging from H1 to H4
- Adjust font size, color, and spacing for enhanced readability
- Add hyperlinks to specific text phrases
- Control spacing around your text using padding options
Advanced Settings
Access the Visibility tab to configure device-based visibility settings or conditional sending options based on specific criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different formatting within the same Text Element?
Yes, you can highlight specific text portions and apply individual formatting using the inline text toolbar.
How do I add hyperlinks to text?
Highlight the desired text, click the link icon in the toolbar, and enter the target URL.
Does the Text Element support lists?
Yes, you can create both bulleted and numbered lists directly from the formatting toolbar.
Is the Text Element mobile responsive?
Absolutely. The element automatically adjusts for optimal viewing on mobile devices.
How do I remove a Text Element?
Click on the element and select the delete icon to remove it from your layout.
Can I modify heading formatting?
Yes, you can select heading text and use the bold toggle in the toolbar to adjust formatting without changing the heading level.