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Learn how to effectively utilize OctoberCMS's mail facade to send emails with both HTML and plain text alternatives. This guide provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips.
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How to Properly Send Html-mail with Plain Text Alternative in OctoberCMS

When sending emails through OctoberCMS, you might encounter the challenge of delivering messages that can be displayed in both plain text and HTML formats. Having both formats is essential, as it ensures that your emails look good on various email clients, especially those that do not support HTML. If you have ever run into issues where the plain text version is ignored, you're not alone. Let’s explore how to resolve this issue and ensure that your emails are sent correctly.

Understanding the Issue

You might be using the OctoberCMS mail facade as follows:

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In this scenario, you expect that the second view in the array (mail.text) will deliver the plain text version of your email while the first view (mail.html) handles the HTML content. However, you discover that the plain text version is often ignored, and the HTML file is used instead, leading to frustration.

Why Is This Happening?

The primary reason this issue occurs is likely due to the order of the items within the array passed into the send method. According to the documentation, the first item in the array is interpreted as the HTML view, and the second item is the plain text view. This means that if you have the order reversed, it can lead to the undesired behavior you are experiencing.

The Correct Approach to Send Emails

Step 1: Confirm the Order of Views

To ensure your email is sent correctly, verify that the order of your view files in the Mail::send() array is correct. You want your HTML view to be first and your plain text view to be second. Here’s how you should structure it:

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Step 2: Craft Separate Template Files

Make sure each of your template files is set up properly. For example, your plain text file could look like this:

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Step 3: Testing Your Implementation

After adjusting the order of your views and ensuring each template file is appropriately structured, send a test email. Make sure to check both the plain text and HTML versions to verify that they appear as expected in various email clients.

Conclusion

By following the correct approach when sending emails in OctoberCMS, you can effectively implement both HTML and plain text formats, greatly improving the accessibility of your messages. Remember, the order in which you provide the view files is crucial. A little attention to detail goes a long way in ensuring a smooth email-sending experience.

If you have further questions or need more assistance, consider reaching out to the OctoberCMS community or checking the official documentation for more insights. Happy coding!