Editing Updates to Automations Builder (section)

== Updates to Automations Builder ==
'''Supal Desai'''  
Last updated January 31, 2025 at 11:16 AM  

November 21, 2024 • Automations  

We are thrilled to announce a significant update to the Automations Canvas, now available for all customers. With the new interface as the default, users can access a more streamlined experience immediately, reducing setup steps and enhancing ease of use. This update brings several enhancements to streamline the automation-building experience, improving navigation, readability, and usability.

=== What's New ===
* '''Chip styling for actions''': Actions now feature chip styling, enhancing readability and helping users quickly identify different steps in their automations.
* '''Scrollbars in Automation Builder''': Scrollbars are back in the automation builder, making it easier to navigate through long or complex workflows.
* '''Find and search''': A new keyword search feature (CTRL + F) allows users to quickly find specific items within their automations, improving efficiency.

=== Key Improvements ===
* '''Improved visual clarity''': Chip styling for actions provides a cleaner look, making it easier for users to follow the flow of their automations.
* '''Simplified navigation''': The reintroduced scrollbars help users navigate long automations, reducing the time spent searching for specific steps.

=== Benefits to this update ===
* '''Streamlined workflows''': Users can now build automations more quickly and efficiently with improved readability and navigation tools.
* '''Time-saving search feature''': The custom Find & Search function helps users locate items based on keywords, boosting productivity within the automation builder.
* '''Greater user experience''': These updates collectively make the Automations Canvas more intuitive, minimizing friction and enabling users to focus on building impactful automations.

=== Additional Resources ===
* [[Create an automation from scratch]]
* [https://help.activecampaign.com/hc/en-us/articles/17010417813020-Updates-to-Automations-Builder Blog: Setting new standards for marketing automation in 2024]

=== See Also ===
* [https://help.activecampaign.com/hc/en-us/articles/17010417813020-Updates-to-Automations-Builder Original ActiveCampaign Article]
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