Text widgets let you add custom text content directly to your MYZO profile. This guide explains how to create effective text widgets that engage visitors.

Understanding Text Widgets

Text widgets display written content on your profile. Unlike your bio, which has a character limit, text widgets give you more space to share information. You can use them to communicate messages that do not fit elsewhere on your profile.

How to Create a Text Widget

Follow these steps to create a text widget:

Go to your Dashboard
Scroll down to the Widgets section
Click the Add Widget button
Select Text as the widget type
Enter a title for your widget
Enter your text content in the content area
Click Create Widget to save

Your text widget appears immediately on your profile.

Best Uses for Text Widgets

Text widgets work well for many purposes:

Welcome Messages

Greet visitors when they arrive at your profile. A friendly welcome makes a good first impression.

Availability Status

Let visitors know when you are available for work or meetings:

Currently accepting new clients
On vacation until a specific date
Available for freelance projects

About Sections

Expand on your bio with more details about yourself, your background, or your experience.

Announcements

Share news or updates:

New product launches
Upcoming events
Recent achievements
Service changes

Services Offered

List the services you provide in more detail than your bio allows.

Contact Hours

Let visitors know when they can expect responses:

Business hours
Response time expectations
Time zone information

Writing Effective Text Content

Follow these guidelines for text that works well:

Keep It Concise

Visitors scan profiles quickly. Get to the point:

Short paragraphs (2-3 sentences)
Clear, direct language
One main idea per paragraph

Use Clear Titles

Your title should tell visitors what the text is about:

Good Titles	Poor Titles
Welcome to My Profile	Hello
Services I Offer	Info
Currently Available	Update

Structure Your Content

Break long text into sections:

Use line breaks between paragraphs
Put the most important information first
End with a call to action if appropriate

Text Formatting

Text widgets display as plain text. The following formatting applies:

Line breaks are preserved
Paragraphs display correctly
Special characters work normally
No HTML or markdown formatting

Write naturally as you would in any plain text document.

Managing Text Widgets

Editing Text Widgets

To edit an existing text widget:

Find the widget in your dashboard
Click the Edit button
Update the title or content
Click Save

Deleting Text Widgets

To delete a text widget:

Find the widget in your dashboard
Click the Delete button
Confirm the deletion

Tips for Success

Follow these recommendations:

Update regularly: Keep time-sensitive information current
Be specific: Vague text does not help visitors
Match your tone: Use language consistent with your brand
Preview often: Check how your text looks on the public profile
Consider mobile: Most visitors view on mobile devices

Need more help? Learn about quote widgets or managing widgets.

Creating Text Widgets