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Improved Email Builder UI with New Layout, Styling Controls, and Right-Side Edit Panel

The email builder now features a cleaner interface, image border controls, section background images, and a repositionable edit panel for side-by-side AI editing.

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SMBcrm Team · February 5, 2026

Refreshed Email Builder Interface

The SMBcrm email builder has been updated with a cleaner, more intuitive layout designed to reduce friction during email creation and campaign iteration.

New Design Controls

Image Element Borders

Images now support border controls directly in the builder. You can apply border styling to match your brand without needing workarounds or custom code.

Section Background Images

Sections now include background image settings, expanding your layout and design flexibility within the builder. This makes it easier to create visually rich email templates.

Repositionable Edit Panel

You can now relocate the edit panel to the right side of the workspace. This is especially useful when working with Email AI, as it enables side-by-side editing where AI assists on one side while you make manual refinements on the other.

Key Benefits

  • Reduced navigation time for accessing settings and controls
  • Enhanced styling control without requiring additional steps or custom code
  • Smoother transitions between AI-assisted and manual editing
  • Improved usability for both new and experienced builders
  • Consistent UI across SMBcrm tools

How to Access

  1. Navigate to Email Marketing
  2. Open any campaign or template in edit mode
  3. Enable Email AI for side-by-side functionality
  4. Use the switch control to toggle the panel position

Note: Email AI and the repositionable panel require enablement through Labs Settings.

If you need help with the email builder updates, visit our Support page or Contact Us.

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