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Text Expanders

Build reusable text templates with formatting, variable input, and precise cursor placement.

Text Expander structure
Saved in cmdOS
ContentReusable formatted text
VariablesValues collected during expansion
CursorWhere typing continues
#1

Save text you use often

A Text Expander lets you save text once and insert it again whenever you need it.

What it is

It can be a short message, email reply, signature, report format, or any text you type again and again.

Why it helps

Instead of typing the same thing every time, you open the Text Expander and insert the saved text quickly.

#2

Create a Text Expander

Start by writing the text you want to reuse.

1Open Text Expander

Click Create and choose Text Expander.

2Add a title

Give it a clear name, like Email reply, Meeting notes, or Support response.

3Write the text

Type the message or template you want to reuse.

4Use editor tools

Use the toolbar to format the text, add variables, or choose where the cursor should appear.

5Save it

Save the Text Expander so you can use it later.

Example: create a Text Expander called Email reply and save the message you send often.
#3

Use variables and cursor tools

Text Expanders can include normal text and special fields for changing values.

Normal text

Use normal text for words that should stay the same every time.

Variables

Use variables for values that change, like name, date, company, or amount.

Cursor position

Set the cursor position where you want to continue typing after the text is inserted.

Formatting

Use formatting when the text needs bold, lists, links, or other rich content.

#4

Save, find, and use it quickly

After saving, you can organize the Text Expander and open it faster next time.

Shortcuts

Add a Text Shortcut or Keyboard Shortcut if you use it often.

Folders and tags

Keep it in the right workspace or folder, and add tags if you have many snippets.

Edit later

Open it again anytime to update the title, text, variables, or shortcuts.

Use in widgets

Show useful Text Expanders in a widget when you want them available from the Home Screen.