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TextExpander

Text replacement and shortcut app for teams and individuals

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TextExpander is a text expansion tool that lets users create Snippets—reusable text triggered by keyboard abbreviations—and insert them anywhere they type across apps and devices, online or offline. It addresses repetitive typing and helps teams keep messaging consistent and compliant.

Features include fill-in fields, nested Snippets, date and time math, inline search, and support for JavaScript, AppleScript, and shell scripts. Snippets can be shared across teams with permission levels and instant sync. AI Recommendations in TextExpander for Chrome surfaces relevant Snippets based on current work. It runs on Windows, Mac, Chrome, and mobile, and integrates with tools such as Zendesk, Salesforce, Epic, Cerner, and HelpScout. Enterprise controls include SSO, SCIM, role-based sharing, and reporting.

TextExpander serves individuals and teams, with solutions tailored to functions like customer support, healthcare, recruiting, sales, and IT. A free plan is available with no credit card required, and demos can be scheduled. Enterprise pricing is based on needs and usage, including SSO, SCIM, and customized reporting.

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