3/23/2021: Save time with text shortcuts

Save time with text replacement

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Jared Newman

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March 23, 2021

When it works, a good text shortcut tool can feel like magic.

You decide which shortcuts to create based on the things you write most often, and when you type in a few characters, they’ll instantly transform into much longer phrases, sentences, or even paragraphs. With a bit of practice, you can use text shortcuts to cut down on vast amounts of repetitive typing.