Let’s be honest—if you’ve been building with HighLevel long enough, you already know that snapshots are pure gold. But they can also be a total mess if you’re not thinking modular.

Recently, I joined a killer Zoom session with Mario Aldayuz, HL Pro Tools’ Head of Partnerships, where we explored how to stop building bloated, chaotic snapshots—and start designing modular, scalable systems that work smarter (and make you look like a genius to clients).

So if you’re serious about making your snapshots not just work—but work at scale—this one’s for you.

Stop Building Franken-Snapshots

Here’s the deal: trying to cram everything into one mega-snapshot is like showing up to a client meeting with a 100-page contract for a coffee date. 😅

Instead, Mario suggests breaking things down into bite-sized, functional chunks. Think of each module like a Lego piece:

• 🧱 One module for lead routing logic
  
• 🧱 One for email nurturing workflows
  
• 🧱 One for appointment scheduling
  
• 🧱 One for tags, custom values, and triggers
  

Mix and match the pieces to fit the client’s needs. Don’t reinvent the wheel—just grab the right bricks and build fast.

Key Benefits of Modular Snapshots

When I switched to this mindset, snapshot building finally clicked. Here’s what makes modular builds so powerful:

🔥 Scalable – Add or remove pieces depending on the client’s industry or use case.
🔥 Reusable – No more cloning messy snapshots and praying you don’t break something.
🔥 Clean & Organized – Say goodbye to asset bloat and accidental overwrites.
🔥 Fast Onboarding – You can launch new clients in hours, not days.

How to Start Modularizing Like a Pro

Mario dropped some gold on the call, and I took notes so you don’t have to:

✅ Step 1: Identify Your Core Modules
Start by breaking down your go-to snapshot into reusable chunks. Look for patterns across projects—what do all your clients need?

✅ Step 2: Name Everything Clearly
No more “Workflow 134” or “CustomValue2.” Label your modules with purpose, like:
[snapshot]-lead-nurture, [snapshot]-calendar-routing, etc.

✅ Step 3: Use Layers
Instead of loading everything at once, stack your modules. Load the basics first, then layer in the extras based on the client’s level or offer type.

Homework Time (Yep, You’re Gonna Thank Me Later)

We wrapped up the session with some light “homework”—the good kind that’ll save you hours down the line:

📌 Get Airtable – It’s 🔥 for documenting your snapshot assets, relationships, and dependencies.

📌 Pick One Snapshot to Modularize – Break it into smaller components.

📌 Set Up a Dummy Test Account – Test your modules in isolation before you roll them into client work.

⚡ Bonus Tip: Use asset selection during export to keep your modules clean and lean—only export what you need!

Want to Build Smarter, Not Harder? Start Here.

If you’re ready to stop duct-taping your systems together and actually scale with confidence, this is your sign. 

Whether you’re deep in the SaaS game or running a fast-growing agency, building modular snapshots is just the beginning.

And if you want the shortcuts? The proven templates? The support from people who actually use this stuff daily?👉 Head over to hlprotools.com. It’s where serious HighLevel users go to get serious results.