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Your First Conversation

Last updated on Jan 05, 2026

Your First Kulpunai Conversation

Understanding the Conversation Interface

When a customer sends a message, it appears in your inbox. Here's what you'll see:

Left Sidebar

  • List of all conversations
  • Filter by status (Open, Pending, Resolved)
  • Search conversations
  • View assigned/unassigned conversations

Center Panel

  • Full conversation thread
  • Message input area
  • Attachment options
  • Canned response selector (type /)

Right Sidebar

  • Contact information
  • Conversation details
  • Labels and attributes
  • Previous conversations

Responding to Messages

  1. Select the conversation from the left sidebar
  2. Type your response in the message input
  3. Use canned responses by typing / followed by the shortcode
  4. Add attachments using the paperclip icon
  5. Send by pressing Enter or clicking Send

Managing Conversation Status

  • Open: Active conversations needing attention
  • Pending: Waiting for customer response
  • Snoozed: Temporarily paused
  • Resolved: Completed conversations

Tips for Great Conversations

  • Respond promptly
  • Use personalization with contact name
  • Leverage canned responses for common questions
  • Add internal notes for team context
  • Assign to the right team member when needed