Creating an Email Template

Brian

How to Use the Email Template Builder in the Growth Marketing Module

The Email Template Builder in Aluvii’s Growth Marketing Module allows you to create stunning, mobile-friendly email templates for newsletters, announcements, promotions, and more—without needing to code.

This article walks you through how to use the drag-and-drop email builder to design and customize your templates from start to finish.

Step-by-Step: Using the Email Template Builder

Step 1: Navigate to the Email Template Builder

In the left-hand menu, click on "Setup" then click on “Templates”
Click “+ Create Template” in the top-right corner
Choose:
- Start from Scratch, or
- Select a Pre-Built Template

Step 2: Design Your Template

The drag-and-drop builder will open. Here's how to use it:

A. Drag in Content Blocks

From the right-hand panel, drag elements into the email body:

Columns -
Button – Add clickable CTAs (e.g., “Buy Tickets”, “Learn More”)
Divider – Visually separate sections
Heading -
Text – Add titles, paragraphs, and formatted content
Image – Upload logos, banners, and photos
Social -
Menu -
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B. Edit Each Element

Click on any block to:

Change the text, font, and color
Replace or upload images
Set button links (to your website, ticketing page, etc.)

C. Customize Layout and Styles

In the Settings or Design tab, you can:

Set global fonts and colors
Adjust padding and spacing
Choose mobile/desktop preview

Step 3: Preview and Test Your Template

Before saving:

Click “Preview” to see how your email looks on desktop and mobile
Click “Send Test Email” to preview it in your inbox

Step 4: Save and Name Your Template

Click “Save” in the top-right corner
Enter a name for your template (e.g., Summer Event Promo)
Your template will be saved and available under Templates

What’s Next?

You can now use your saved template when:

Creating a One-Time Campaign
Sending Newsletters

To do this, simply select the template during the email creation process under “Choose Template.”

Tips for Great Email Templates

Use short paragraphs and clear headings
Include a single call-to-action (CTA)
Keep image sizes under 1MB for fast loading
Always include an unsubscribe link (added automatically by Aluvii)