How to Use the Code Element in GoHighLevel Emails

If you work across tools like ClickUp and need precise control over email layouts, the GoHighLevel email builder offers a powerful Code element that lets you embed custom HTML directly in your message. This how-to guide walks you through adding, configuring, and safely using the Code element so your designs look exactly the way you want.

The Code element is especially useful when the standard widgets cannot achieve a specific layout, style, or embedded content. By understanding how it behaves inside the GoHighLevel email builder, you can avoid display issues and keep your campaigns running smoothly.

What the GoHighLevel Code Element Does

The Code element in GoHighLevel lets you insert custom HTML into your email layout. It renders as a standalone block that you can position within your design using rows and columns.

Typical use cases include:

• Embedding simple custom HTML sections
• Adding specific inline styles the regular editor does not support
• Integrating basic snippets from external tools (when email-safe)

Because email clients have strict HTML support, the Code element should only be used for simple, compliant code. Complex scripts or unsupported tags may not render correctly and can break the layout of your campaign.

How to Add the Code Element in GoHighLevel

Follow these steps to insert a Code element into your email template or campaign inside GoHighLevel:

1. Open the email builder

   Navigate to the email template or campaign you want to edit and launch the drag-and-drop email builder.

2. Locate the Code element

   In the left-side panel of the GoHighLevel editor, find the Code element among the content blocks.

3. Drag and drop the Code block

   Click and drag the Code element into your desired row or column in the email layout. Drop it where you want the custom HTML to appear.

4. Open the HTML editor

   Once placed, click on the Code element. An editing panel will open where you can enter your HTML.

5. Paste or type your HTML

   Insert your custom HTML code into the provided field. Make sure it is email-safe and does not rely on JavaScript or unsupported CSS.

6. Save and preview

   Save your changes, then use the preview and test email options in GoHighLevel to confirm that the code renders correctly across email clients.

Alignment Options for the GoHighLevel Code Element

Inside the email builder, the Code element’s contents are centered by default. However, actual alignment depends on the HTML you add and the row or column structure around it.

There are two main approaches to alignment:

Use GoHighLevel Row and Column Settings

Rather than relying on alignment controls inside the Code element itself, adjust the layout that contains it:

• Place the Code element inside a column with your desired alignment settings
• Use padding and margin options on the row or column to position the content
• Test on desktop and mobile previews to ensure consistent appearance

Use HTML Alignment Inside the Code Block

When you need more granular control, you can set alignment within your HTML:

• Wrap content in <div> or <table> tags with inline align or text-align styles
• Use inline CSS only, as many email clients remove external or embedded styles
• Keep HTML simple to maintain compatibility

Combine these two methods as needed, but always prioritize the row and column structure provided by the GoHighLevel builder for best results.

Best Practices for Using Code in GoHighLevel Emails

To keep your campaigns stable and professional, follow these best practices when working with the Code element in GoHighLevel:

• Use simple, email-safe HTML
  Stick to basic tags such as <table>, <tr>, <td>, <div>, <p>, <img>, and inline CSS.
• Avoid JavaScript and forms
  Most email clients block scripts and complex interactive elements, so they should not be added in your code block.
• Test in multiple clients
  Send test emails to different inboxes (Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and mobile clients) to confirm that the Code element renders as expected.
• Use minimal nesting
  Overly nested tables or divs can cause unexpected spacing or alignment issues in some inboxes.
• Keep accessibility in mind
  Include alt text for images and readable text sizes inside your custom HTML.

Troubleshooting the GoHighLevel Code Element

If your custom HTML does not behave as expected in GoHighLevel, use the following troubleshooting tips:

Layout or Alignment Appears Broken

• Check the parent rows and columns for conflicting padding or alignment settings
• Simplify your HTML structure to reduce nesting
• Remove extra width settings that could push content off-center

Code Not Displaying at All

• Confirm that the HTML does not include blocked elements like scripts or unsupported tags
• Ensure there are no unclosed tags or syntax errors in your markup
• Preview in the builder and send a test email to verify rendering

Spacing Issues Around the Code Block

• Adjust the top and bottom padding or margins of the row or column containing the Code element
• Remove extra line breaks inside your HTML
• Use consistent font sizes and line heights across the email

When to Use the GoHighLevel Code Element vs Standard Blocks

The regular widgets in the GoHighLevel email builder cover most design needs. Use the Code element only when you need functionality that the standard elements cannot provide.

Use the Code element when:

• You require a custom HTML snippet from another system (and it is email-safe)
• You want a specific layout that is easier to express as HTML
• You need to apply unique inline CSS to a small section

Use standard content blocks when:

• You are building typical text and image layouts
• You need quick, responsive sections without touching code
• You want to maintain simpler templates that are easy for teams to edit

Additional Resources for GoHighLevel Users

To deepen your understanding of how the Code element works inside the platform, you can review the original product documentation. It provides the base description of this feature and how it fits into the overall email builder.

• Official Code Element in Email Builder documentation
• Consulting and optimization help for marketing automation setups

By combining these resources with careful testing and the best practices above, you can safely use the Code element in GoHighLevel to create precise, custom email designs without compromising deliverability or layout consistency.

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