Organizing your links efficiently is crucial, especially when managing multiple campaigns or tracking different sources. CutMe Short offers powerful tools like Tags and Folders to help you keep your short links organized and accessible. In this guide, we'll explore how to use these features to streamline your link management process.

Why Organize Links with Tags and Folders?

Before diving into the steps, let’s understand why using tags and folders is beneficial:

• Enhanced Organization: Keep track of links related to specific campaigns, projects, or categories.

• Improved Searchability: Easily locate specific links using tags and folders.

• Better Analytics: View performance metrics grouped by tags or folders for more targeted insights.

• Time Efficiency: Quickly access relevant links without sorting through an unorganized list.

  
  

How to Use Tags in CutMe Short

Tags are labels you can assign to your short links for better categorization.

 Adding Tags to a Link

1. Create or Edit a Link: When shortening a new link or editing an existing one, locate the 'Tags' section.

2. Add a Tag: Type in a relevant keyword or label that describes the link for eg. ‘AI’, ‘News’, ‘Blogs’, etc. You can add multiple tags by separating them with commas.

   
   

   

   
   

3. Save the Link: Once your tags are added, save the link to apply the changes.

   
   

Searching and Filtering by Tags

1. Home Page: On your dashboard, you’ll see all the links you have created.

   
   

   

   
   

2. Filter by Tags: Click on ‘filter’ options to view links associated with specific tags. This feature is especially useful when running multiple campaigns simultaneously. Here you can easily find out your links by filtering ‘links’, ‘tags’ and ‘domains’. 

   
   

Tips for Effective Tagging

• Be Consistent: Use consistent naming conventions (e.g., campaign names, categories, or content types).

• Avoid Over-Tagging: Stick to 2-3 relevant tags per link to maintain clarity.

• Use Descriptive Tags: Ensure your tags are intuitive and easy to remember.

How to Use Folders in CutMe Short

Folders help you group related links together, providing a structured way to manage your content.

Creating a New Folder

1. Navigate to Folders: On the dashboard, go to the 'Folders' section.

   
   

   

   
   

2. Create Folder: Click 'New Folder' and give it a descriptive name and color of your choice and click ‘Save Folder’.

   
   

   

   
   

3. Add Links to Folder: You can add existing links to this folder by selecting them and choosing 'Move to Folder' from the options menu.

Managing Links Within Folders

• Add New Links: While creating a new link, select the appropriate folder from the dropdown menu.

  
  

• Move Links Between Folders: Drag and drop links or use the options menu to reorganize them.

• Delete or Rename Folders: Manage your folders by updating their names or deleting them when no longer needed.

  
  

Best Practices for Using Folders

• Categorize by Campaigns: Create folders for each marketing campaign or project.

• Organize by Link Type: Separate folders for social media, email, and advertising links.

• Archive Old Links: Keep your dashboard clean by archiving old or inactive links.

  
  

Combining Tags and Folders for Maximum Efficiency

You can use tags and folders together for an even more organized approach. For example:

• Folder: Summer Sale Campaign

• Tags: Facebook Ads, Email Campaign, Influencer Marketing

  
  

This method allows you to filter by campaign folder and further refine by specific tags to locate links quickly.

Using Tags and Folders in CutMe Short is a game-changer for anyone looking to manage their short links effectively. By categorizing and organizing your links, you not only save time but also gain valuable insights into your marketing efforts. Start organizing your links today and experience the difference in productivity and analytics!