How to Unsend an Email Quickly in the Gmail App
Learn how to immediately recall an email using the Gmail app's Undo feature before it’s sent.
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To unsend an email in the Gmail app, you must act quickly. After sending an email, look for the 'Undo' option that appears at the bottom of your screen. Tap 'Undo' immediately to recall the email, preventing it from being sent. This option is available for only a brief period, typically a few seconds.
FAQs & Answers
- How long do I have to unsend an email in the Gmail app? You typically have a few seconds after sending the email to tap the 'Undo' option and recall it before it is permanently sent.
- What happens when I unsend an email in Gmail? When you unsend an email, the message is recalled before it leaves your outbox, preventing the recipient from receiving it.
- Can I extend the undo send period in the Gmail app? While the Gmail app’s Undo option is brief, on desktop Gmail settings allow you to adjust the undo send cancellation period up to 30 seconds.