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# Blocks

**Blocks messages** are messages that contain **interactive elements**, such as **buttons** or **lists**, that users can select to reply. They are helpful in several cases:

* They can reduce the number of messages exchanged, making the conversation more efficient and less cluttered.
* They can provide clear and easy options for the user to choose from, reducing the load and the risk of misunderstanding or confusion.
* They can increase the user’s engagement and satisfaction by offering a more interactive and dynamic experience.

### Using Blocks in Shared Team Inbox

1. Head over to a chat box and tap '**blocks**'.

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2. A drop-down menu will appear with '**List**', '**Reply**', and '**Flow**' messages.&#x20;

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[List messages](/chatman-enterprise-whatsapp-platform/chatman-functions/blocks/list-messages.md) are a type of block message that helps **convey information in a text-based list format to users.**\
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[Reply block messages ](/chatman-enterprise-whatsapp-platform/chatman-functions/blocks/reply-messages.md)expect a quick reply from the user. They can be **used to ask for information, feedback, confirmation**, or other inputs.&#x20;

[Flow messages](/chatman-enterprise-whatsapp-platform/chatman-functions/blocks/flows-messages.md) **trigger a sequence of messages or actions based on the user’s input**. They can be used to create interactive experiences, such as surveys, quizzes, games, or forms.&#x20;
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You can **create new blocks** by tapping '**Create Blocks**.'
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