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Using Shortcuts in Zendesk Chat

Discover how to use shortcuts in Zendesk Chat to save time and improve efficiency with common phrases.

How do I use shortcuts in Zendesk Chat?

Using shortcuts in Zendesk Chat can save you time by allowing you to insert common phrases quickly. To use a shortcut, type a slash (/) in the chat, and up to 10 matching shortcut options will appear. You can narrow down the search by typing more characters after the slash. Highlight the desired shortcut by clicking it or using the down arrow and pressing Enter. The complete shortcut will then appear in your conversation. For more information, see the section on chat shortcuts in the original article.


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