TextExpander
TextExpander and writing automation w/ Greg Scown – ABR010

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Greg Scown is the co-founder of Smile Software. Smile specializes in making productivity tools that save time and make your digital life easier.
Greg came on Able Business Radio to talk about Smile’s popular writing automation tool TextExpander.
TextExpander is one of my favorite applications. The software has transformed how accurately and fast I am able to communicate in writing. It does this by allowing me to save common:
- phrases
- symbols
- links
- images
- email responses
- file naming conventions
and more into a knowledge base. I then pull on that knowledge base by typing in keyboard shortcuts (that I create).
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What TextExpander is and how to get started.
- What type of programs TextExpander works in. (hint: everywhere)
- How to take advantage of thinking you’ve already done.
- How to iterate and create amazing, repeatable customer support responses.
- The difference between the standalone app and the subscription service.
- How to keep your TextExpander snippets up to date.
Quotables:
Links and resources mention:
- Predecessors to TextExpander:
- Type It 4 Me
- Spell Catcher
- Typinator
- Breevy (Current Windows Competitor)
- Trello
- PDFpen
- Automattic
- Popclip
- Mac Power User Podcast
- Getting Started with TextExpander Video Tutorials
- Buy TextExpander Full Disclosure: I earn a commission if you click this link and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.
Connect with Greg:
- Twitter: @macgreg
- Website:
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