How to Unsend an Attachment in Gmail: A Quick Guide
Learn how to easily unsend an email with attachments in Gmail within seconds before it's delivered.
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Gmail allows you to unsend an email including attachments within a short window. Right after you send, look for the 'Undo' option that appears at the bottom-left corner of your Gmail interface. Click 'Undo' within the specified timeframe, usually set to 5-30 seconds (adjustable in settings). This retrieves the email before it's delivered. Note: Beyond this time, the email cannot be unsent. To extend this period, go to Settings > See all settings > General and adjust the 'Undo Send' duration.
FAQs & Answers
- How long do I have to unsend an email in Gmail? You typically have a window of 5 to 30 seconds to unsend an email in Gmail, depending on your settings.
- Can I unsend an email after 30 seconds? No, once the specified time limit (5-30 seconds) has passed, you cannot unsend the email or attachment.
- How do I change the unsend time limit in Gmail? To change the unsend time limit, go to Settings > See all settings > General, and adjust the 'Undo Send' duration.
- What happens if I click 'Undo' in Gmail? Clicking 'Undo' retrieves the email, preventing it from being delivered to the recipient, but this is only effective within the designated unsend time.