Mailchimp Export Template as HTML Guide

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To export a Mailchimp template as HTML, you'll need to navigate to the "Settings" tab in your Mailchimp account.

You can then select the template you want to export from the "Templates" tab.

Mailchimp allows you to export templates in various formats, including HTML, which is ideal for websites and landing pages.

To export a template as HTML, click on the "Actions" dropdown menu next to the template name and choose "Export as HTML."

How to Export

To export a saved template, click Content, then click Email templates. You can then locate the template you'd like to export by browsing the template list or using the search option.

If you're exporting a saved drag-and-drop template, a warning appears to let you know that exported drag-and-drop templates will not include drag-and-drop functionality when imported back into a Mailchimp account. To retain the drag-and-drop functionality, check out Mailchimp's template sharing feature.

Your exported template will download to your computer as an HTML file. You can edit the template outside of Mailchimp in your preferred HTML editor.

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To export a Mailchimp template, click the Campaigns icon, then click Email templates. Locate the template you'd like to export by browsing the template list or using the search option.

Click the drop-down menu next to the Edit button and choose Export as HTML. A warning may appear if you're exporting a saved drag-and-drop template.

To export your HTML email to Mailchimp, click on "Share" > “Mailchimp”. Mailchimp will then ask you for the API key you generated earlier.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to export your template:

  1. Click Content, then click Email templates.
  2. Locate the template you'd like to export by browsing the template list or using the search option.
  3. Click the drop-down menu next to the Edit button and choose Export as HTML.
  4. Click Export Template to continue.

Tips and Precautions

Be cautious when using the Mailchimp export template as HTML, as it may not render correctly in all email clients.

It's essential to test your exported template in various email clients, including Gmail, Outlook, and Apple Mail, to ensure it displays as intended.

Avoid using absolute URLs in your template, as they may break when exported to HTML.

Use relative URLs instead, which will ensure your links remain intact when exported.

For another approach, see: Using Oembed in Base Html

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Make sure to save your exported template as a flat HTML file, not as a zip file, to avoid any issues with email clients.

Test your exported template on different devices and browsers to ensure it displays correctly in various environments.

Keep in mind that Mailchimp's export template may not include all the CSS styles and scripts from your original template, so be prepared to add them manually.

It's also a good idea to test your exported template with a small group of subscribers before sending it to your entire list.

For another approach, see: How to Test Html Code in Chrome

Export Options

To export a Mailchimp template, you can follow these steps. Click Content, then click Email templates to locate the template you want to export.

You can browse the template list or use the search option to find the template. Once you've located the template, click the drop-down menu next to the Edit button and choose Export as HTML.

If you're exporting a saved drag-and-drop template, a warning will appear to let you know that exported drag-and-drop templates will not include drag-and-drop functionality when imported back into a Mailchimp account. You'll need to click Export Template to continue.

Your exported template will download to your computer as an HTML file. You can then edit the template outside of Mailchimp in your preferred HTML editor.

You can also import the exported template into another Mailchimp account to be used for campaigns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to make an email template in HTML?

To create an HTML email template, start by opening an HTML editor and setting up the basic structure, including the document type, body, and main table. From there, you can design the template's layout, add content, and style the text and footer to create a visually appealing and functional email template.

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