# Preview flow on different channels

## Preview a flow

1. Click the *Preview* button (top left of canvas). 
2. Select the channel you want to preview the flow on.
   * **Note:** You can only select from those channels that have been set up in your account*.*
3. Add the test details for the selected channel.
   * **Note:** For testing purposes, this can be anything and does not have to be a real phone number.
4. Select the flow you want to preview using the *Select Route* drop-down (defaults to the flow currently in context).  

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5. To exit, click the *Stop preview* button (top left of canvas).

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## **Preview on WhatsApp**&#x20;

Previewing the WhatsApp channel offers a rich experience, including media, location sharing, etc.

1. Click *Start*.&#x20;
2. Type something in the text box and press *Enter* to trigger your flow.

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## **Preview on SMS**&#x20;

The SMS channel preview provides a simpler, text-only experience including a character count so flow-builders can correctly structure their messages.

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## **Preview on USSD**&#x20;

The USSD channel preview provides a similar experience to SMS, with shorter, text-only message&#x73;**.**

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