> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.keyfax.biz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.keyfax.biz/product-suite/admin/entities/messages/testing-messages.md).

# Testing Messages

Check how Messages look to the end user.

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When creating a Message you'll want to preview the presentation and test databoxes and links work as expected. Simply click the Test button:

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You'll be presented with the following:

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Enter values as appropriate and click **Evaluate** to see the Message as it will be seen by the end user:

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