Avoid Email Sending Errors with Gmail's "Unsend" Option
Sending an email too quickly or with errors can lead to embarrassment and miscommunication. Fortunately, Gmail gives you the option tounsend email for a short time. In this article, we explain how to take advantage of this feature to avoid sending errors.
Step 1: Enable “Undo Send” option in Gmail settings
To enable the “Undo Send” option, log in to your Gmail account and click on the gear icon located at the top right of the window. Select “See all settings” from the drop-down menu.
In the “General” tab, find the “Undo Send” section and check the box “Enable Undo Send functionality”. You can choose how long you want to be able to unsend an email, between 5 and 30 seconds. Don't forget to click on “Save changes” at the bottom of the page to validate your settings.
Step 2: Send an email and cancel the send if necessary
Compose and send your email as usual. Once the email has been sent, you will see a “Message sent” notification displayed at the bottom left of the window. You will also notice a “Cancel” link next to this notification.
Step 3: Cancel sending the email
If you realize you've made a mistake or want to change your email, click the "Cancel" link in the notification. You must do this quickly, because the link will disappear after the time you have chosen in the settings has passed. Once you click "Cancel", the email is not sent and you can edit it as you wish.
By using Gmail's “Undo Send” option, you can avoid sending errors and ensure professional, flawless communication. Remember that this feature only works during the time frame you have chosen, so be vigilant and quick to undo the send if necessary.
