Email Templates
Customize email templates for automated system notifications. Email templates ensure consistent branding and professional communication with users and tenants.
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What are Email Templates?
: Automated emails
- • Definition : Pre-designed email layouts for system-generated notifications
- • Purpose : Maintain consistent branding, save time, ensure professionalism
- • Customization : Edit subject, body, and merge fields to match your brand
- • Automation : Automatically sent based on triggers (e.g., new contact, incomplete checkout)
Available Email Templates
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Available Email Templates
: Types
- • Welcome Email : Sent to new tenants or users upon registration
- • Incomplete Checkout : Reminder for abandoned checkouts or unpaid orders
- • Invoice Email : Sent with invoice details after payment or purchase
- • Password Reset : Sent when users request password recovery
Each template is triggered by specific system events. Customize them to match your business communication style.
Email Template Editor Components
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Email Template Editor Components
: What you can edit
- • Subject Line : The email subject visible in recipient's inbox
- • From Name : Sender name displayed (e.g., Bswagic Support)
- • From Email : Sender email address
- • Email Body : HTML or plain text content
- • Merge Fields : Dynamic placeholders like {{name}}, {{date}}, {{amount}}
- • Preview : See how email looks before activating
The editor provides full control over email content while maintaining proper formatting and deliverability.
Common Merge Fields
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Common Merge Fields
: Dynamic content
- • {{name}} : Recipient's name
- • {{email}} : Recipient's email address
- • {{company}} : Company or tenant name
- • {{date}} : Current date or specific event date
- • {{amount}} : Payment or order amount
- • {{link}} : Dynamic link (e.g., checkout link, reset password link)
- • {{invoice_number}} : Invoice or order number
Merge fields personalize emails with recipient-specific data. Use double curly braces syntax: [[field_name]].
Editing an Email Template
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Editing an Email Template
: Steps
- • 1. Navigate : Go to Setup > Email Templates
- • 2. Select Template : Click Edit for the template you want to customize
- • 3. Update Subject : Edit the subject line
- • 4. Edit Body : Modify email content using HTML or WYSIWYG editor
- • 5. Add Merge Fields : Insert dynamic placeholders where needed
- • 6. Preview : Review the email with sample data
- • 7. Save : Click Submit to save changes
Example: For Incomplete Checkout template, you might use: Subject: [[name]], you left something in your cart! Body: Hi [[name]], we noticed you didn't complete your checkout for [[amount]]. Click here to finish: [[link]]
Best Practices for Email Templates
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Best Practices for Email Templates
: Tips
- • Brand Consistency : Use your brand colors, logo, and tone
- • Clear Subject Lines : Make subject lines descriptive and engaging
- • Test Merge Fields : Verify all placeholders work correctly before deployment
- • Mobile Responsive : Ensure emails look good on mobile devices
- • Include CTA : Add clear call-to-action buttons or links
- • Avoid Spam Triggers : Don't use all caps, excessive punctuation, or spammy words
- • Test Thoroughly : Send test emails to yourself before activating