When creating a simple email signature, you might notice that it looks perfectly fine with your signature details and lines of text. However, when you hit preview, you may find the spacing between lines is much larger than expected, like a 1.5 or even 2.5 size spacing. This happens because every time you hit the enter or return key, it creates a double space.
The Solution: Shift + Enter
If you want to have single spacing instead of double spacing between your lines, here's a trick that might blow your mind: Shift + Enter (or Shift + Return if you're on a Mac).
Here's a video from our Techy Tuesday on July 9, 2024 going over this process:
Step-by-Step Guide:
Type Your Signature: Start by typing out your email signature as usual. For example:
John Doe Travel Agent [email protected] Follow me on Instagram
Adjust Spacing:
At the end of each line, instead of just hitting the enter or return key, hold down the Shift key and then press Enter (or Return on a Mac).
This action will insert a single space instead of a double space between your lines.
Preview Your Signature:
After making these changes, click on the preview button to see how your signature looks.
You'll notice that the lines are closer together, giving a more compact and professional appearance.
Example:
Double Space (Regular Enter):
Single Space (Shift + Enter):
Experiment with Spacing
You can also use Shift + Enter twice to create a smaller double space if needed. This won't be as tall as the regular double space but will still give a bit more separation between lines.
Why This Matters
Adjusting the line spacing in your email signature can help create a cleaner, more organized look that closely matches the signature you might have in Gmail or other email marketing platforms. This simple trick can reduce stress and ensure that your signature appears exactly as you want it to.
Final Thoughts
I hope this little tip helps you customize your email signature to look just right. These small adjustments can make a big difference in your daily workflow. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to Tern's customer support. We're here to help!