The Blank Widget gives you full creative control over your page layout. Instead of using a pre-structured widget, you can build your own from scratch using simple slash (/) commands.
This is perfect for:
Custom layouts
Personalised content blocks
Embedding rich media
Creating structured information tables
How to Add a Blank Widget
Open your trumpet pod or template
Click + Add Widget
Select Blank Widget
Click inside the widget and type
/to open the command menu.Choose the element you’d like to insert
You can combine multiple commands to create fully customised sections
Available Slash Commands
Type / inside the Blank Widget to access the following options:
/columns
Create multi-column layouts to organise your content.
Best for:
Side-by-side comparisons
Image + text layouts
Feature breakdowns
Pricing tables
You can add multiple columns and place any other element inside them (images, buttons, tables, etc.)
There are options for 2 or 3 columns and different widths to suit what you are trying to build
/button
Add a clickable call-to-action button.
Best for:
Booking links
Demo requests
External links
Internal page navigation
You can customise:
Button text
Destination link (this can link to a URL, another page or an email address
/file
Upload or link to a downloadable file.
Best for:
PDFs
Brochures
Case studies
Contracts
Proposals
This allows recipients to download resources directly from your page.
/image
Insert an image into your widget.
Best for:
Product visuals
Diagrams
Logos
Screenshots
Customer proof
Images can be placed inside columns or tables for more advanced layouts.
/video
Embed a video directly into your page.
Best for:
Demo videos
Loom walkthroughs
Personal intro videos
Product explainers
Videos help increase engagement and time spent on your page.
/table
Create a structured table to present information clearly.
Best for:
Pricing breakdowns
Feature comparisons
Timelines
Deliverables
Technical specifications
Tables are ideal when clarity and structure are important.
/link
Insert a formatted hyperlink into your content.
Best for:
Directing to external resources
Linking to documentation
Sharing calendar links
Referencing supporting materials
/dropdown
Add an expandable dropdown section.
Best for:
FAQs
Objection handling
Additional detail sections
Technical information
Dropdowns help keep your page clean while still providing depth.
/date
Insert a dynamic or fixed date.
Best for:
Proposal expiry dates
Deadlines
Launch dates
Time-sensitive offers
This helps create urgency and clarity.
/variable
Insert dynamic variables to personalise your page.
Best for:
Contact names
Company names
Deal values
Custom fields
Variables automatically pull in personalised data, making your page feel tailored to each recipient.
/bullet list
Create a simple bullet-point list.
Best for:
Key benefits
Feature summaries
Deliverables
Next steps
Bullet lists improve readability and scannability.
/numbered list
Create a numbered list.
Best for:
Step-by-step instructions
Processes
Implementation plans
Onboarding flows
Ordered deliverables
Numbered lists are ideal when sequence matters.
/to do list
Add an interactive checklist.
Best for:
Action items
Implementation steps
Project milestones
To-do lists are particularly useful in sales cycles to align on next steps and ownership but don't forget we have a Mutual Action Plan widget with tons of functionality to make your life easier.
Find out more about Mutual Action Plan's here
/blockquote
Insert a highlighted quote section.
Best for:
Customer testimonials
Key statements
Important insights
Emphasised messaging
Blockquotes help draw attention to high-impact statements.
/call out
Add a visually distinct callout box.
Best for:
Important information
Warnings
Pro tips
Key reminders
Callouts help break up content and make important information stand out.
/code block
Insert a formatted code block.
Best for:
Technical documentation
API examples
Snippets
Integration instructions
Code blocks preserve formatting and improve readability for technical content.
/divider
Add a horizontal divider line.
Best for:
Separating sections
Improving page structure
Breaking up long content
Creating visual hierarchy
Dividers help make longer custom layouts feel cleaner and easier to scan.
Example: Building a Custom Proposal Section
Using a Blank Widget, you could:
Add
/columns(2 columns)Place an
/imagein the left columnAdd a heading and
/bullet listin the right columnInsert a
/buttonbelow linking to bookingAdd a
/dropdownfor FAQsInclude a
/datefor proposal expiry
This creates a fully customised, interactive proposal block, all from a single Blank Widget.
Best Practices
Use columns to avoid long vertical sections
Add buttons after key information
Use dropdowns to reduce clutter
Combine variables for personalisation
Keep layouts clean and easy to scan
