Content Creation & Email Delivery Flashcards
What are the two ways to store subscriber data in Marketing Cloud Engagement?
Lists and Data Extensions
What’s the main difference between Lists and Data Extensions?
Lists = simpler & best for smaller audiences.
Data Extensions = more flexible, store relational data, are better for larger audiences.
What are the three ways to import data into a Data Extension?
1) Import Wizard (manual)
2) Import Activity (manual or automated)
3) API (programmatic)
When using the Import Wizard, what file type should your subscriber data be in?
Comma-separated value (.csv) file
What is the purpose of Content Builder in Marketing Cloud Engagement?
Tool to create, manage, and reuse content across marketing channels
What are two benefits of using Content Builder?
- User-friendly email creation (without HTML)
- Centralised content repository
What’s the difference between static and individualised content?
Static content is the same for everyone. indivdualised content changes based on subscriber data.
What are three methods for individualising email content?
1) Personalisation Strings
2) Dynamic Content
3) AMPscript
Which Content Builder element allows you to create reusable email structures?
Email Templates
What are the two main ways to test emails in Marketing Cloud Engagement?
Subscriber Preview and Test Send
What are the four steps in the Email Send Flow?
1) Define Properties
2) Select Audience
3) Configure Delivery
4) Review and Send
How can you track the performance of your sent emails?
Use the Tracking tab in Email Studio
Why is content marketing valuable?
1) It builds customer relationships
2) Drives ROI
3) Reaches a large audience.
What is a major challenge for content marketers?
Standing out in a cluttered inbox
Why is empathy important in content creation?
It helps you understand your audience and create content that resonates with them
What are two key steps in developing a content plan?
1) Understand your audience (build personas)
2) Design the right content (use dynamic content).
What three elements contribute to a positive inbox experience?
1) Sender Name
2) Subject Line
3) Preheader Text
How can you optimize your email for mobile devices?
Use responsive design (single-column layouts, large text, ample spacing).
What are the two main tools in Marketing Cloud Engagement for content and email management?
Content Builder & Email Studio
What is interactive email?
Emails with web-like features that enable actions within the inbox
Name two benefits of using interactive email
1) Seamless engagement (actions without leaving the inbox)
2) Richer data collection
Why is email client compatibility a consideration for interactive email?
Not all email clients support interactive features equally
What should you provide for users with non-compatible email clients?
Fallback content (static alternatives)
What is the primary benefit of using Interactive Email Forms?
They improve the customer experience by allowing form submissions directly within the email.
Name three common use cases for Interactive Email Form
1) Profile Data Collection
2) Quick Surveys
3) Product Reviews
What are the key components needed to implement Interactive Email Forms?
1) Data Extensions
2) Interactive Email Page (CloudPages)
3) Content (Content Builder)
Where is the data from Interactive Email Forms stored?
In a new or existing Data Extension
What’s the difference between visible and hidden fields in a form?
Visible fields are questions shown to the user. Hidden fields store data without user input (e.g., pre-filled data)
What are Data Attributes?
They define which Data Extension field will store the answer to a form input
What is the purpose of the Interactive Email Page (IEP)?
1)Processes form data
2)Displays a confirmation message
3) Handles data validation
Where do you create an Interactive Email Page?
Cloud Pages