How to Forward an Email
Send a copy of an email you received to another person using Gmail.
Steps
- 1
Open the email
you want to forward from your inbox. The full message opens in the reading pane.
- 2
Click the three dots
in the top right corner of the email. A menu appears with message options.
- 3
Select "Forward"
from the menu. A new compose window opens with the original email attached.
- 4
Enter the recipient
and add a note at the top if needed. Click "Send" to forward the email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the original sender know I forwarded their email?Show
No. Gmail does not notify the original sender when you forward their message.
Can I forward multiple emails at once?Show
Not in Gmail. You must forward each email individually or create a rule to auto-forward.
What is the difference between forward and reply?Show
Reply sends your response only to the original sender. Forward sends the email to someone new.
Can I edit the forwarded message?Show
Yes. You can delete parts of the original message or add your own text before clicking Send.
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