Inside TextUs: October 2021 Product Updates
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October 27, 2021
New Features in the Slideout Extension
In addition to planning the perfect pet costumes, we’ve also spent this month adding more of your favorite features from the web app to the chrome extension.In versions 3 and 3.1 of the Slideout extension, you now have the ability to:
- Schedule individual messages – After writing your message, click on the calendar icon to schedule it for later.
- Personalize Messages – Build a relationship with your contacts while improving response rates.
- Monitor your message quality – We will let you know if your message is not following best practices and give you the specific reason why it is likely to get blocked.
And the most anticipated…(🥁 drumroll please 🥁)
- Move the tab as needed – Click and drag to move the tab anywhere on the right side of your screen.
Status Updates
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Happy Texting!-Team TextUs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What new features did TextUs introduce in October 2021?
In October 2021, TextUs expanded the Slideout Chrome Extension with the ability to schedule individual messages, personalize messages with merge fields, and manage campaigns directly from the browser extension.
How does the TextUs Chrome Extension improve recruiter productivity?
The TextUs Chrome Extension lets recruiters send texts directly from within their ATS or CRM without opening a separate application. This eliminates context switching and speeds up candidate and contact communication.
What is the TextUs Slideout Chrome Extension?
The TextUs Slideout Chrome Extension is a browser tool that gives users direct access to TextUs SMS features as an overlay while browsing, eliminating the need to open a separate tab or application to text contacts.
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