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title: Views
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createdAt: 2024-11-20T12:11:04.580Z
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The Views section in the [Contacts](docId\:uP4bNXkK5yVC_b2k-R6sq) module allows users to filter and organize contact data efficiently based on predefined interaction timelines and mentions. This feature enables businesses to monitor and prioritize communication effectively.&#x20;

# Getting Here

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**Views** are usually automatically granted by your **Admin** or **Manager**, if not, you will not be able to use these different views.
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**Steps to Access**:

Navigate to the [Contacts ](docId\:uP4bNXkK5yVC_b2k-R6sq)section on the left-hand menu.

1. Locate the **Views&#x20;**&#x73;ection on the left-hand side of the page&#x20;

# Using the Views

## Predefined Views

- **All**:
  - Displays the complete list of contacts in your database.
  - Useful for performing actions on the entire contact list or setting up filters for further segmentation.

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- **Last interacted \< 7 days**:
  - Shows contacts who were interacted with in the past 7 days.
  - Ideal for tracking immediate follow-ups or recent communications.

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- **Last interacted \< 30 days**:
  - Filters contacts with whom interactions have occurred in the last 30 days.
  - Helpful for managing short-term engagement cycles or identifying leads that need further nurturing.

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- **Last interacted > 30 days**:
  - Highlights contacts with no interaction for over 30 days.
  - Useful for re-engaging dormant leads or customers and preventing churn.

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- **Mentions**:
  - Displays contacts who have been specifically mentioned in tasks, notes, or inquiries.
  - Facilitates follow-ups or reviews on contacts flagged for specific reasons.

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## View Navigation

- Selecting a view automatically updates the contact list on the right-hand side.
- You can still apply additional **Filters** (e.g., by tags, gender, or custom fields) within the selected view for more granular results.
- **Pagination:&#x20;**
  - Adjust the number of displayed contacts per page using the dropdown at the bottom (e.g., 50, 100).

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- Navigate between pages with the controls at the bottom-right of the contact list.

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## Exporting Data

To export filtered contact data:

1. Select the desired **View**.
2. Click **Import/Export** at the top-right corner.
3. Choose **Export**, and a CSV file of the filtered contacts will be prepared for download.

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# Practical Use Cases

1. **Immediate Follow-Up**:
   - Use **Last interacted \< 7 days** to identify contacts that require quick follow-ups or additional communication.
2. **Dormant Contact Re-engagement**:
   - Utilize **Last interacted > 30 days** to create campaigns or tasks to reconnect with inactive customers.
3. **Mention Review**:
   - Access the **Mentions** view to find and act on contacts flagged in inquiries or tasks for priority handling.
4. **Data Management**:
   - Leverage the **All** view to clean up or update contact information in bulk, ensuring your database stays organized.

# Best Practices

1. **Consistent Monitoring**:
   - Regularly review contacts under **Last interacted > 30 days** to avoid losing touch with leads or customers.
2. **Action-Based Mentions**:
   - Assign tasks or notes to contacts that frequently appear in the **Mentions** view for proactive follow-ups.
3. **Data Hygiene**:
   - Periodically check the **All** view to spot duplicate or outdated contact information for cleanup.
4. **Save Filters**:
   - Combine predefined views with filters (e.g., tags or phone numbers) to customize how you monitor specific groups of contacts.

# FAQs

1. **What is the difference between Views and Segments?**&#x20;
   - Views are predefined based on interaction timelines or mentions. Segments are custom filters you create based on criteria like tags, labels, or custom fields.
2. **Can I create my own Views?**
   - No, Views are predefined by the system. Use the Filter button or create a Segment to build your own filtered list.
3. **Can I apply filters within a View?**
   - Yes. After selecting a View, use the Filter button at the top to apply additional filters like tags, gender, messaging channels, etc.
4. **How does a contact move from one View to another?**
   - Views are dynamic. For example, a contact in "Last interacted \< 7 days" will move to "\< 30 days" after a week of inactivity.
5. **Can I export contacts from a specific View?**
   - Yes. Select the View and click Import/Export > Export to download a CSV file of those contacts.
6. **Is there a limit to how many contacts I can see in a View?**
   - No, but the list is paginated. Use the bottom controls to switch pages or increase the number of rows displayed.
7. **What does the Mentions View show exactly?**
   - It shows contacts mentioned in inquiries, tasks, or notes across the platform.
8. **Do Views reflect real-time interaction updates?**
   - Yes. If a contact is interacted with today, they’ll automatically appear under "Last interacted \< 7 days."
9. **Can I delete or hide Views I don’t use?**
   - No, Views are predefined and cannot be modified.
10. **Do Views affect the actual data or just how it's displayed?**
    - Views only change how data is displayed; they do not modify contact data or records.

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