⌨️ Type Less, Do More: The Power of Text Expansion

How many times a week do you type:

• “Let me know if you have any questions.”

• Your full email signature

• Directions to your office

• A canned customer support reply

• A scheduling link?

Stop typing it. Start expanding it.

This week, we’re showing you how to create text shortcuts that fill in exactly what you need—instantly.

✅ Tip #1: Use Built-in Shortcuts on Mac and Mobile

🍏 On Mac:

• System Settings > Keyboard > Text Replacements

• Add your own shortcut like:

  • tyvm → “Thank you very much, I appreciate it!”

  • wfh → “I’m working remotely today but available via email and Zoom.”

📱 On iPhone/iPad:

• Settings > General > Keyboard > Text Replacement

It syncs across devices via iCloud—so your shortcuts work everywhere.

✅ Tip #2: Try a Dedicated Text Expander App (for Power Users)

If you're on Windows, or want more control (like date/time fields, forms, or dynamic snippets), install a tool like:

• Text Blaze (Chrome-based, free + pro version)

• PhraseExpress (Windows, Mac, Android, iOS)

• Espanso (open-source, keyboard-based)

They let you create smart shortcuts like:

• /sig = full signature block

• /zoomlink = inserts your Zoom meeting link

• /faq1 = prewritten customer service answers

🧰 Tool of the Week: Text Blaze

Super easy to use. Works in Gmail, Google Docs, LinkedIn, and more.
You can organize snippets into folders and even use variables, forms, and conditional logic.

🔗 Try Text Blaze

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