Create an Automation Flow

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Automation flows are the perfect way to create and send multi-stage communications triggered by a certain event (e.g., subscribing to texts, abandoning a cart, etc.). With Flow Builder, you can schedule individual messages, limit the frequency of how often a subscriber can enter your flow, and take advantage of Wait for Event Branching.

Why You Should Create Automation Flows


  • Automation flows run in the background. No create-and-send or future scheduling which allows your brand to always be engaging with customers while getting time back in your busy day.
  • Flows give you the opportunity to engage subscribers through a series of highly customizable and creative text messages throughout their buying journey.
  • Create automations for several subscriber experiences including welcome series, abandoned carts, post-purchase, and more so you can target the right subscribers at just the right times.

How to Set Up Automation Flows


Get Started Set Automation Properties Build Your Flow

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    1. Select Messaging in the side menu of your Postscript dashboard, then select Flow Builder.
    2. Select Create Flow in the top-right corner of the page.
    3. Choose Automation as your flow type. Then click Create Flow.
    4. Name the automation. Choose a name that will allow you to easily identify and track this automation in the future.

 

FAQs


  • How can I preview my message before activating the flow? Hover over the message body within the flow. To preview the message before you send your automation flow, click the "Send Preview" button.
  • How do I deactivate a flow? Select Deactivate in the upper right corner next to Save Flow.
  • How can I copy or clone an existing automation flow? In the Flows view, find the flow you'd like to clone. Select the three-dot icon to the far right of an activated or drafted flow and select copy flow from the options listed.

 

Want to Learn More about Automation Flows?

Do a deep dive into Automation Flows. In this video, you will learn the difference between Automation Flows and Campaign flows, take a close look at automation property options, and learn how to customize your automation flow messages with merge tags and media.

 

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