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title: Customizing Message Content
description: "### Formatting Options The SPE message editor supports full WordPress formatting: #### Text Formatting - **Bold** — Highlight important information - *Italic* — Emphasize words or phrases - ~~Strikethrough~~ — Show removed/old information - `Code` — Display technical information #### Structure - **Headings** — H2,…"
url: "https://smartproductemails.com/documentation/customizing-message-content/"
updated: "2026-01-17"
category: SPE Free Documentation
---

# Customizing Message Content

### Formatting Options

The SPE message editor supports full WordPress formatting:

#### Text Formatting

- **Bold** — Highlight important information
- *Italic* — Emphasize words or phrases
- ~~Strikethrough~~ — Show removed/old information
- `Code` — Display technical information

#### Structure

- **Headings** — H2, H3, H4 for organizing content
- **Paragraphs** — Keep text readable with spacing
- **Lists** — Bullet points or numbered steps
- **Blockquotes** — Highlight important notes

#### Media

- **Images** — Product photos, diagrams, icons
- **Links** — External resources, guides, support pages

### Adding Images

1. Place your cursor where you want the image
2. Click **Add Media** button
3. Upload or select an image
4. Set alignment (left, center, right)
5. Add alt text for accessibility
6. Click **Insert into post**

**Image Tips:**

- Keep images under 600px wide
- Compress images for faster email loading
- Use PNG for graphics, JPG for photos
- Always add descriptive alt text

### Adding Links

1. Highlight the text you want to link
2. Click the link icon (or Ctrl/Cmd + K)
3. Enter the URL
4. Check "Open in new tab" if desired
5. Click **Apply**

**Link Examples:**

- `[View Setup Guide](https://yourstore.com/guides/product-setup)`
- `[Contact Support](https://yourstore.com/contact)`
- `[Download Manual](https://yourstore.com/downloads/manual.pdf)`

### Using HTML

For advanced users, you can switch to the **Text** tab and use HTML:

```
<div style="background: #f0f0f0; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px;">
  <strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Store in a cool, dry place for best results.
</div>
```

**Note:** Some email clients have limited CSS support. Stick to inline styles and basic HTML.