Outlook Add-in Visual Preview Limitations

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Overview

The Opensense Outlook Add-in visual preview gives assurance to end users that the signature is being applied, but has limitations, including banner targeting, lack of advanced analytics, limited third-party platform compatibility, and signature modifications. Understanding these constraints ensures proper setup and functionality.

Opensense operates within the parameters of Microsoft’s Outlook add-in. Any limitations are a result of those Microsoft-defined constraints, not the Opensense platform.

Account Switching on Outlook Mobile

Banner Targeting

  • Sender-based routing is supported in full visual preview.

  • Note: Recipient-based targeting is not supported due to Outlook add-in limitations.

Visual Banner Analytics Tracking

  • Basic analytics (views and clicks) can be captured if coded correctly into the HTML.

  • Note: Advanced analytics (e.g., banner clicks/views) are not tracked.

Signature Modifications

  • Users can manually edit the signature (fonts, sizing, information) before sending, and these changes will not be blocked.

  • This poses a risk to branding and compliance since modifications bypass Opensense servers.

Reply and Forward Signatures

  • Visual preview signatures allow either:

    • One consistent template for all replies/forwards.

    • A designated reply template applied to all reply/forward actions.

  • A full signature on the first reply is only possible when using our routed solution.

Platform Compatibility

  • The Opensense Outlook Add-in can only support Microsoft Outlook. It does not work with third-party platofrms such as Outreach, Salesloft, or Salesforce.

Rendering Considerations

  • No direct CRM integration—signatures and banners do not dynamically adjust based on CRM-driven logic.

  • Different versions of Outlook may alter formatting, blocking certain elements or changing appearance in the compose window.

Opensense Support

For further assistance, contact Opensense Support:

  • Email: help@opensense.com

  • Knowledge Base: help.opensense.com