Quick Access to Template Marketplace
Article Type: Feature Update
Target Audience: All Ambient Scribe users
Last Updated: January 2026
What's New
We've made it even easier to access the Template Marketplace! You can now browse and install templates without leaving the encounter screen.
New Access Points
1. Encounter Settings Panel
When you're about to start an encounter:
Click the settings icon (⚙️) next to "Begin encounter"
Look for the teal shopping bag icon 🛒 next to "Template:"
Click the icon to instantly open the Template Marketplace
Browse, search, and install templates
Close the marketplace and your new template is ready to use!
Why This Matters:
- No more navigating away from the encounter screen
- Discover new templates right when you need them
- Install and immediately select for your current encounter
2. Settings Menu (Cog Dropdown)
From anywhere in the application:
Click the gear icon (⚙️) in the top-right corner
Select "Marketplace" from the dropdown menu
The full Template Marketplace opens
Available From:
- Dashboard
- Session list
- Any page (except during active recording)
Visual Guide
Encounter Settings Panel
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Template: [🛒] [Meeting Notes ▼] │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ Microphone: [MacBook Pro... ▼] .... │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ ⏺ Begin encounter [⚙️] │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────┘
↑
Click this teal icon to
open the marketplace!
Settings Menu
┌──────────────────────────┐ │ ⚙️ Settings Dropdown │ ├──────────────────────────┤ │ Settings │ │ Marketplace ← NEW! │ │ ──────────────────────── │ │ Organization │ │ ──────────────────────── │ │ Get help │ │ Chat with us │ │ ──────────────────────── │ │ Log out │ └──────────────────────────┘
Workflow Example
Scenario: Need a Different Template Before an Encounter
Before:
1. Open encounter settings
2. See limited template options
3. Navigate to Settings > Templates
4. Browse for new template
5. Navigate back to encounters
6. Open settings again
7. Select new template
Now:
1. Open encounter settings
2. Click marketplace icon 🛒
3. Find and install template
4. Close marketplace
5. Select template and begin!
Time Saved: Multiple navigation steps eliminated!
Tips
Hover for Tooltip
Hover over the marketplace icon to see "Template Marketplace" tooltip if you're unsure what the icon does.
Full-Screen Experience
The marketplace opens as a full-screen modal, giving you the complete browsing experience with all filters and search capabilities.
Instant Availability
Installed templates appear immediately in your template dropdown - no refresh needed!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I access marketplace during an active encounter?
A: The marketplace is available before starting or after ending an encounter, not during active recording.
Q: Does this replace the Settings page marketplace?
A: No, it's an additional access point. All existing ways to access templates still work.
Q: Is this available on mobile?
A: The quick access icon is available on web and desktop. Mobile users can access marketplace through Settings.
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