⚑Actions

How to forward an email in a new window in Gmail

Forward the current email in a full-screen compose window.

Shift + F

πŸ“‹ Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1.Open Gmail in your browser.
  2. 2.Make sure keyboard shortcuts are enabled in Gmail Settings β†’ See all settings β†’ General.
  3. 3.Press Shift + F to forward an email in a new window.

🎯 Shortcut Keys by Platform

PlatformShortcut
πŸ’» PC / Windows
Shift + F
🍎 Mac
Shift + F
πŸ’» Chrome OS
Shift + F

πŸ’‘ Pro Tips

  • You can combine this shortcut with the other Common Actions shortcuts to speed up your workflow.
  • If you forget this shortcut, press Ctrl + / (or ⌘ + / on Mac) to see all available keyboard shortcuts in Gmail.

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