How to Use Magical

Getting started with Magical

After following this guide, you'll be able to automate your typing and data entry tasks using Magical, making your workflow much more efficient. This tool will help you save time on repetitive tasks through text expansion and templates.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to getmagical.com.
2. Click on the “Get Started Free” button on the homepage.
3. Choose to sign up with Google or enter your email address and create a password.
4. After signing up, you'll be prompted to install the Magical browser extension. Follow the on-screen instructions to add it to your browser (Chrome or Firefox).

Step 2: Your first template

1. Click on the Magical extension icon in your browser toolbar.
2. Select “Templates” from the menu.
3. Click on the “Create Template” button.
4. In the template editor, enter the text you want to automate (e.g., a standard email response).
5. Assign a shortcut (e.g., “/email”) that will trigger this template.
6. Click “Save” to store your template.
7. To use your template, go to any text input area, type your shortcut, and hit “Tab” to expand it into the full text.

Step 3: Get better results

• To manage your templates, return to the “Templates” section and organise them into folders for easier access.
• Use variables in your templates (like {{name}}) to personalise your messages automatically.
• Explore the “Snippets” feature to create smaller pieces of text that can be expanded quickly, such as common phrases or data entries.

Pro tip

Use the “Import” feature in the templates section to bulk upload multiple templates from a CSV file, saving you time on manual entry.

Common mistake to avoid

Avoid creating overly complex templates with too many variables. This can lead to errors when expanding text. Start simple and gradually add complexity as you become more comfortable with the tool.