Gmail Shortcuts

Gmail Keyboard Shortcuts Cheat Sheet (2026)

All Gmail keyboard shortcuts in one cheat sheet. First, enable shortcuts in Gmail Settings → See all settings → General → Keyboard shortcuts ON.

Quick answer: Gmail shortcuts: Compose = C | Reply = R | Reply All = A | Forward = F | Archive = E | Delete = # | Search = / | Mark Read = Shift+I | Undo Send = Ctrl+Z

All Shortcuts

ActionShortcut
Compose new emailC
ReplyR
Reply allA
ForwardF
ArchiveE
Delete#
Search/
Mark as readShiftI
Mark as unreadShiftU
Send emailCtrlEnter

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enable Gmail keyboard shortcuts?

Go to Gmail Settings (gear icon) → See all settings → General tab → Keyboard shortcuts → select "Keyboard shortcuts on" → Save Changes.

What is the Gmail shortcut to compose a new email?

Press C to compose a new email in Gmail (keyboard shortcuts must be enabled first).

How do I archive an email in Gmail with a shortcut?

Press E to archive the selected email in Gmail. This removes it from your inbox without deleting it.

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