What are the most useful Gmail keyboard shortcuts?

The most essential Gmail shortcuts are: C (Compose), D (Compose in Tab), Ctrl + Enter (Send). These cover the most frequent actions and can significantly speed up your workflow.

What is the Gmail shortcut for compose?

The Gmail shortcut for compose is C on Windows or C on Mac. Open new email compose window.

What is the Gmail shortcut for go to inbox?

The Gmail shortcut for go to inbox is G + I on Windows or G + I on Mac. Navigate to inbox.

How do I use keyboard shortcuts in Gmail?

To use keyboard shortcuts in Gmail, simply press the key combination while the application is focused. Most shortcuts work immediately without any additional setup. On Mac, replace Ctrl with Cmd and Alt with Option for most shortcuts.

How many keyboard shortcuts does Gmail have?

Gmail has 27 keyboard shortcuts across 2 categories on shortcut-tools.com. These cover all major features and workflows.

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Gmail Keyboard Shortcuts — Complete Cheat Sheet (27 Shortcuts)

Master Gmail with these essential keyboard shortcuts. Gmail keyboard shortcuts can save you hours every week by letting you compose, navigate, and manage emails without touching your mouse. First, make sure to enable shortcuts in Gmail Settings > Keyboard shortcuts > ON.

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Compose & Format

Shortcut	Action	Description
`C`	Compose	Open new email compose window.
`D`	Compose in Tab	Open compose in a new tab.
`Ctrl` + `Enter`	Send	Send the email immediately.
`Ctrl` + `Shift` + `C`	Add CC	Open CC field.
`Ctrl` + `Shift` + `B`	Add BCC	Open BCC field.
`Ctrl` + `B`	Bold	Bold selected text.
`Ctrl` + `I`	Italic	Italicize selected text.
`Ctrl` + `U`	Underline	Underline selected text.
`Ctrl` + `K`	Insert Link	Insert a hyperlink.
`Ctrl` + `Shift` + `7`	Numbered List	Create a numbered list.
`Ctrl` + `Shift` + `8`	Bulleted List	Create a bulleted list.

Navigation & Management

Shortcut	Action	Description
`G` + `I`	Go to Inbox	Navigate to inbox.
`G` + `S`	Go to Starred	Navigate to starred emails.
`G` + `T`	Go to Sent	Navigate to sent mail.
`G` + `D`	Go to Drafts	Navigate to drafts.
`/`	Search	Move cursor to search bar.
`E`	Archive	Archive selected email.
`#`	Delete	Delete selected email.
`R`	Reply	Reply to current email.
`A`	Reply All	Reply to all recipients.
`F`	Forward	Forward current email.
`S`	Toggle Star	Add or remove star.
`J`	Older Email	Move to older conversation.
`K`	Newer Email	Move to newer conversation.
`O / Enter`	Open Email	Open selected conversation.
`U`	Mark Unread	Mark email as unread.
`?`	Shortcuts Help	Show keyboard shortcuts list.

Pro Tips

Enable keyboard shortcuts in Settings first — they are OFF by default
Press ? at any time to see the full shortcut list inside Gmail
Use G then I to quickly go to Inbox, G then S for Starred
Combine * then A to select all emails, then E to archive them all

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enable keyboard shortcuts in Gmail?

Go to Gmail Settings (gear icon) > See all settings > General tab > Keyboard shortcuts > Turn ON > Save Changes.

What is the shortcut to compose a new email in Gmail?

Press C to compose a new email, or D to compose in a new tab.

How do I archive emails quickly in Gmail?

Select an email and press E to archive it instantly.

What is the shortcut to search in Gmail?

Press / (forward slash) to jump to the search bar.

How do I navigate between emails in Gmail?

Press J to move to the next (older) email and K to move to the previous (newer) email.

Can I undo sending an email in Gmail with a shortcut?

Press Z immediately after sending to undo (if Undo Send is enabled in settings).

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