In this guide, you will learn how to effectively utilize trigger links in SMS. Trigger links provide a convenient way to redirect recipients to specific content or actions when they click on the link.
1. Click "Inbox"
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2. Select a "Message"
Search for the lead or recipient you want to send an SMS to.
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3. Click "SMS"
Click on the SMS tab to compose a new text message.
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4. Click "+"
To access the list of trigger links, click on the "+" sign.
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5. Click "Trigger Links"
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6. Select triggers
Select the trigger link you want to include in your message.
Once the message is sent, the trigger link's custom value will be replaced by an actual link.
![Select triggers](https://static.guidde.com/v0/qg%2FFyvQyFGm3wNotDLaiX00E4ZKFV12%2FoGtHh1NxxmE2Mkco4j2zs7%2FcSi4PuJyXv37UrBWuyiGrt_doc.png?alt=media&token=95b11273-eb2a-4257-9ecf-4b920d19073c)
Note: It's important to remember that trigger links cannot be used as short links.