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Previewing and Sending

This guide covers the final steps of previewing your document and sending it for signature.

  1. Access the Preview

    Once you’ve added recipients and placed all necessary fields:

    • Look for the “Preview & Send” button in the right sidebar
    • The button will be enabled when:
      • At least one recipient is added
      • The envelope has a title
  2. Review Settings Before Sending

    Click “Preview & Send” to open the preview modal where you can review and customize your envelope before sending.

    Review Envelope Title

    • The title is displayed at the top of the preview modal
    • You can still edit it before sending if needed

    Choose Sender Name Display

    • You have two options for how your name appears to recipients:
      • Use your personal name - “From: John Smith”
      • Use team name (default) - “From: Acme Corporation”
    • Toggle the checkbox to switch between options

    Add a Custom Message (Optional)

    • Add a personal message that will appear in the invitation email
    • This appears as a quote in the email: “John Smith: ‘Please review and sign this agreement by Friday.’”
    • Useful for adding context or urgency

    Preview the Email

    • See exactly what recipients will receive
    • The preview shows the full email with:
      • Subject line
      • Sender information
      • Document title
      • Custom message (if added)
      • Secure signature link button

    Preview and Send Modal

  3. Send the Envelope

    When you’re ready:

    • Review all information one final time
    • Click the “Send Envelope” button
    • A confirmation will appear
    • You’ll be redirected to the envelope view page
  4. What Recipients Receive

    Each recipient will receive an email containing:

    • Subject: “Signature Request: [Document Title]”
    • From: Your name or team name (as configured)
    • Body: Professional email with:
      • Sender information
      • Document title
      • Custom message (if included)
      • Secure link to view and sign the document
    • Action Button: “Sign the Document”

Once you’ve sent the envelope:

  1. You’ll be redirected to the envelope view page
  2. The envelope status will show “Pending” or “In Progress”
  3. You can track progress in the Envelopes section
  4. Recipients will receive email notifications

After sending your document:

  1. Track Completion - Monitor the signing process
  2. Download Signed Documents - Access completed documents
  3. Review Audit Trail - Check the complete signing history

Document sent successfully! Monitor progress with Tracking Completion.