How to use parameters while creating WhatsApp Template Message?

Using Parameters to create WhatsApp Template Message

Parameters are brackets within which you need to keep your WhatsApp Template Message & sample message before submitting the message to WhatsApp for approval. 

Here’s how to use parameters while drafting WhatsApp Template Message 👇 

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How to use parameters to draft WhatsApp Template Message?

1) Go to Template Message Section & click 'New'

First, create a new WhatsApp Template message by clicking ‘New’ in the manage section.

2) Parameters in Template Format

Check out our complete WhatsApp Template Message Guide to know how to fill Template Label, Type, Category & Language. 

In Template Format, you need to add the format of your WhatsApp Template Message as shown in the image on the right. There are 2 rules for using parameters while drafting Template Format.

Make sure to use variable parameters and that they have the correct number of curly brackets (i.e., there need to be 2 brackets on the left and 2 on the right of the variable) 

Make sure the parameters (e.g., {{1}}) contains some text
For example:
Correct Format:
Hello {{1}}

Wrong Format:
Hello
{{1}}
{{2}} 

3) Parameters in Sample Message

In Sample Message, you need to copy-paste the same WhatsApp Template message as in Template Format. 

The only difference is that instead of curly brackets, you need to use “[]” square brackets. Also, instead of the number (1), you must add a sample value i.e. name. 

Similarly, if there’s another bracket, you must add a solid figure, instead of a variable in Sample Message. 

Don’t worry, the parameters won’t appear when your Broadcast goes live.

Still having Doubts? Here are some FAQs

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What are the WhatsApp Template Message formatting rules

  • Proofread your content for spelling and grammar before submitting it for review. Messages with incorrect spellings or any grammatical errors may prompt customers to view these messages as spam
     
  • Make sure to use variable parameters and that they have the correct number of curly brackets (i.e., there need to be 2 brackets on the left and 2 on the right of the variable)
     
  • Make sure the parameters (e.g., {{1}}) contains some text with it
    For example:
    Correct Format:
    Hello {{1}}

    Wrong Format:
    Hello
    {{1}}
    {{2}}
     
  • Make sure the language selected matches the content of your message template
    • If you select Spanish as the message template language but the content is in English, your message template will be rejected
    • Ensure that your content is in one language. A mixture of languages such as "Hinglish" or "Spanglish" will not be approved
       
  • If you’re going to submit a message template for testing your API connection, please ensure it’s in the correct format. Any other variation will be rejected
    • Message template name: test
    • Content: Hello {{1}}
       
  • Refrain from using a URL shortener for your links (e.g., bit.ly, TinyURL, or goo.gl) because they obscure the intended link destination
     
  • The URL domain in your links should belong to your business
     
  • Refrain from using extra spaces at the end of your template or double spacing in between your content. Generally, this spacing results in rejection of the message

  • Refrain from adding double line space between your texts. For example;
    Correct Format:
    Hello {{1}},

    How may I help you?

    Incorrect Format:
    Hello {{1}},


    How may I help you?

  • Avoid using Emoticons in Quick Reply Buttons.

  • Phone Number as Call to Action: The Phone Number must be written along with the country code without the plus (+) sign. If the number is submitted without the country code, it violates the format and gets rejected by WhatsApp.

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