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Entering basic template data

A new template requires a number of steps which vary according to the required functions and the selected media types.

1.Click on the Mailings button in the navigation bar and then on Templates  to call up an overview of available templates. The New template tab displays an entry dialog to create a new template. There is no limit to the number of templates you may create.
Fig. 3.49: A new template with various texts for the different media types.

Fig. 3.49: A new template with various texts for the different media types.

2.In the Name field you may enter a meaningful name for your template. This name will later be shown in overview lists and drop-down lists used for selecting templates. You will make it much easier for yourself if you select a meaningful name here.
3.The same applies to the Description box. The text should consist of one or two sentences. A shortened version of the description will later appear in the overview and the template’s detailed view. You are also making it easier for someone else to work with templates or amend them if the description is clear and meaningful.
4.After a click on General, you can enter information on the Mailing list, Archive and Mailing type. This is useful when you use templates for a newsletter in which the mailing list, archive and/or mailing type is always the same. You can also change this information later when you create a mailing with the help of the template. Further information can be found in chapter "Creating a new mailing".