Save Time and Effort with Canned Responses on Gmail
Tired of typing the same emails over and over? Whether it’s a thank-you note or a promotional email, sending repetitive messages can be a hassle. But fear not, Gmail has a solution! With the “Canned Responses” feature, you can save prewritten messages and use them whenever you need to.
Sending the Same Answer Multiple Times
To get started, you’ll need to adjust your Gmail settings. Go to “Settings” and click on the “Labs” tab.
Scroll down until you find “Prepared Responses” and select “Allow.” Don’t forget to save your changes!
Now, suppose you’ve composed a message that you know you’ll use again in the future. Click on the dropdown button near the trash can icon in your compose window and select “Canned Responses.”
Choose “New Canned Reply” and give your reply a name. Click “OK” and it will be saved in your account.
From now on, whenever you need to send a standard email or reply, you can access your saved responses. Simply select “Stored Responses” from the compose window menu and choose the reply you want.
But here’s the best part: canned responses are not set in stone! You can easily customize them by editing variables like names and dates, making each email feel personalized.
FAQs:
1. Can I edit my canned responses?
Yes, you can! Canned responses are flexible, allowing you to modify your standard messages to suit each recipient. Simply edit the variables like names and dates to personalize your emails.
2. Can I use canned responses in Gmail on mobile devices?
Unfortunately, the canned responses feature is not currently available on the Gmail mobile app. It can only be accessed on desktop or the web browser version of Gmail.