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WhatsAppOctober 20, 20264 min read

WhatsApp quick replies: how to serve customers in seconds

A big share of a business's conversations repeat the same questions: prices, hours, payment methods, shipping. Answering them one by one eats hours and delays customers who are ready to buy.

WhatsApp Business quick replies solve exactly that. Here's how to use them well.

What they are and how to set them up

A quick reply is a saved message inserted by typing a shortcut, for example /prices or /shipping. In WhatsApp Business you'll find them under Business tools, in Quick replies.

You write the message once, assign a shortcut and from then on send it in a second.

The replies that save you the most time

Start with the questions you get most. A good starter set includes:

  • Welcome greeting with your catalog link
  • Payment methods and transfer details
  • Shipping costs and delivery times by area
  • Business hours and after-hours message
  • Thank-you after purchase with a review request

Make it sound human, not automated

A quick reply is a starting point, not a blind copy and paste. Use the customer's name, adjust one detail to their question and keep a friendly tone.

Combine them with your digital catalog: instead of describing each product by message, send the link and let the customer browse.

Quick replies give you time back and improve the customer experience. Set up your five most common answers today and you'll notice the difference from day one.

Share your catalog in every reply

One link with all your products and WhatsApp orders. Create your catalog for free, no card.