How to Use Variables in LanSend Messages
Using variables in LanSend messages allows you to personalize and automate your communication. With variables, you can dynamically insert information such as the computer name, user name, or the current time, making each message more relevant to the recipient.
Steps to Use Variables in LanSend
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Compose Message: In the message editor, type out your standard message text.
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Insert Variables: Use pre-defined variables to automatically include specific information:
- %computer_name%: Inserts the recipient’s computer name.
- %user_name%: Adds the sender’s username.
- %time_now%: Inserts the current date and time of the message.
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Preview the Message: Use the Preview option to see how the variables populate, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
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Send or Save as Preset: You can send the personalized message immediately or save it as a preset to reuse the same format in the future.
Example Message with Variables
For a maintenance alert, you might create a message like:
"Message from %user_name%. Scheduled maintenance on %computer_name% will begin at %time_now%."
This flexibility improves communication efficiency and reduces repetitive manual input, especially useful for system administrators handling large networks.