Using the Kit Email Editor

Demo summary
Demonstrates Kit's unique slash-command and plus-button editor interface for adding content blocks like buttons, images, and polls to emails.
Step-by-step
- Type a slash (/) or click the plus button to add content blocks
- Select from the 27 available content types such as buttons, images, or polls
- Choose one of the 15 available email templates
Options
- Add unique content blocks like countdown timers or Spotify embeds
- Upload custom HTML to create your own templates
- Save content snippets to reuse in future emails
Watch out for
- Does not provide traditional drag-and-drop flexibility
- Global styles cannot be set to automatically apply brand fonts and colors across all templates
Tips
- Use the slash command for a faster editing experience once familiar with the interface
Highlights
“It's different from what most people expect, but once you get used to it, it works okay.”
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