David Chartier wrote 37 articles for the TextExpander blog between 2016 and 2020, mainly TextExpander tips, how-tos and app integrations for Mac, Windows and iOS.
Rich text link Snippets in TextExpander insert clickable, formatted links instead of raw URLs. See how to create and use them, when plain text works better, how to match fonts, and examples of useful link Snippets.
Email replies take less effort when signatures, fill-in templates, and common responses live in TextExpander. See example email workflows for photographers, real estate agents, lawyers, medical offices, and support teams.
Organizing TextExpander Snippets well makes them easier to remember and use. Get five practical tips on purposeful abbreviations, folders, special characters, and ignoring Snippets, plus ideas from the community.
Fun TextExpander Snippets can insert emoji, photos, ASCII art, and upside-down or circled letters with a few keystrokes. See which public groups to subscribe to and how to use them for lighthearted messages.
Web developer and designer Amber Hewitt explains how TextExpander ended her copy-and-paste routine. See how she uses Snippets for WordPress template code and placeholder text, plus the Snippets she relies on most.
Getting started with TextExpander begins with a free account, a few public groups, and simple abbreviations. New users can follow this beginner walkthrough to create first Snippets, use search, and find helpful videos.
Writer, speaker, and consultant Patrick Rhone explains how TextExpander keeps complete email replies a few keystrokes away. Hear his rule for deciding when repeated text should become a Snippet and how his workflow evolved.
Site search Snippets in TextExpander turn search operators into quick abbreviations. Set up Snippets that search a specific website from any app, then add fill-in fields and pop-up menus for more flexible searches.
Illustrator and cartoonist George Coghill explains how TextExpander helps an independent artist handle the business side of the job. Read about his workflow, his time-saved stats, and the Snippets he uses most.