To "unsend" an email in Gmail, you can use the "Undo Send" feature. This feature allows you to recall an email you've just sent within a short time frame, allowing you to edit the message or cancel sending it completely. By default, you have 5 seconds to undo, but you can extend this time in Gmail settings up to 30 seconds.
Here's how to use Undo Send:
1. Send the email:
Compose and send your email as usual.
2. Look for the "Undo" option:
Immediately after sending, you'll see a pop-up notification in the bottom left corner. This pop-up will display "Message sent" and the option to "Undo".
3. Click "Undo":
Click the "Undo" button within the time frame you've set in your settings (default is 5 seconds).
4. Edit or cancel:
You'll be taken back to the draft of the email, where you can edit the message or choose to discard it altogether.
To adjust the Undo Send time:
Open Gmail settings: Click the gear icon in the top right corner of Gmail, then select "See all settings".
Find Undo Send: Locate the "Undo Send" option under the General tab.
Adjust the time: Change the "Send cancellation period" to your desired timeframe (5, 10, 20, or 30 seconds).
Save changes: Scroll to the bottom of the page and click "Save change