TextExpander Keyboard Shortcuts
Hotkeys in TextExpander go beyond Snippet abbreviations. See what built-in keyboard shortcuts such as inline search do on Mac and Windows, and how to set your own shortcuts in the TextExpander preferences.
TextExpander Blog
Practical ways to type less, reply faster and keep your team consistent.
TextExpander 101: How to get started, type less, and communicate smarter
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.
TextExpander Story: How George Coghill uses TextExpander to be a better illustrator
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.
TextExpander Story: Amber Hewitt – web developer, designer, dog staring contestant
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.
TextExpander Snippets for Fun & Shenanigans
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.
5 Tips for Creating and Organizing TextExpander Snippets
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.
TextExpander @ Work: Get Replies Out Fast
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.
TextExpander Story: David Sparks, Attorney-At-Law
Business lawyer and podcaster David Sparks explains how TextExpander replaced his messy system of reference documents. Hear how Snippets support his contract writing, email, and other legal work in this user interview.
TextExpander @ Work: Getting Started with Customer Support
Customer support teams can use TextExpander Snippets to answer FAQs, share common links, and keep replies consistent. Get started building a shared Snippet library that helps the whole support team respond faster.