ProBlogger says yesteday's ProBlogger newsletter went out in plain text version not html - I asked readers for feedback... the results

30 responses to this plurk.

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  August 26, 2008 at 05:43 ProBlogger says the results were split - half argued strongly for plain text and half argued strongly for html
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:44 tamar i like plain text
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:44 tamar
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:43 fdossantos For me plain text-ers tend to be email purists. I prefer HTML emails, as it gives me quick acting functions like hyperlink in the email.
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:45 fdossantos It's better than cut 'n paste.
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:45 Despil thinks that plain text is better for mobile phones that get the HTML e-mails as "attachments" like the Nokia E61i.
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:45 fdossantos rolandhesz: That's a good point. But how many peeps getting the email need mobile phone support?
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:50 flashman says some newsletter services allow readers to select a preference - could be delivered via a "toggle HTML/plaintext" link in your email body.
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:55 ProBlogger says actually about 10 of the 30 responses I got were from people saying they wanted plain because they read their email on their phones
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  August 26, 2008 at 05:53 ProBlogger says flashman - yeah aweber will deliver it in plain text to people who don't accept html
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  August 26, 2008 at 06:02 mwilton13 says I didn't respond, but I prefer the HTML. Plain text is just too...PLAIN
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  August 26, 2008 at 06:08 fdossantos If you can offer a delivery choice, that would be the best option. I like HTML text for the graphics and the quick links.
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  August 26, 2008 at 06:09 fdossantos it makes it a better experience for me. At the very least the hyperlinks
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  August 26, 2008 at 06:18 Despil fdossantos maybe that 50% who liked the plain text?
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  August 26, 2008 at 06:19 Despil points at Probloggers response: see, I was on the right track. *is totally content with himself*
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  August 26, 2008 at 06:27 RaaVi says I like both, especially coming from you
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  August 26, 2008 at 06:37 ProBlogger says thanks RaaVi
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  August 26, 2008 at 06:44 Becca L-Smith says I prefer HTML. More control of the layout makes it easier and friendlier to read.
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  August 26, 2008 at 07:27 otherdeb says either is good
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  August 26, 2008 at 07:41 Chris Hinton says A choice would be good. I prefer the HTML version, but to be honest either one is OK. It's the content I'm interested in, after all.
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  August 26, 2008 at 08:41 MikeFarho says choice is good. I like plain text.
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  August 26, 2008 at 11:56 lisab says Choice is the best. From you, I'd prefer HTML because you'll have cool links I need to check out. Don't mind text though.
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  August 26, 2008 at 12:26 pegkd I like both as long as its clean. Mostly I think I'm a bells and whistles gal though.
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  August 26, 2008 at 13:01 Live Crunch says i like plain text better then html just my preference
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  August 26, 2008 at 13:01 The Happy Rock says I didn't get the newsletter, but I say HTML
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  August 27, 2008 at 12:31 MichDdot as many others i like text for reading but enjoy grephics when applicable
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  August 27, 2008 at 15:45 Joankr says I prefer HTML cuz it's easier to scan & grasp quickly, but I know those who prefer text, so choice is good.
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  August 28, 2008 at 12:12 SKashliwal says contents matter not packaging
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  August 28, 2008 at 13:12 BarbaraKB feels choice: 50/50 feedback means u should seriously consider, Darren. And, yes, mobile rules!
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  August 28, 2008 at 23:21 spyjournal says i prefer incredimail - NOT!