Forward in Gmail (press F)
Forward the open email from the keyboard: press F. Same key on Mac and Windows.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward | f | f | |
| Reply | r | r | |
| Reply all | a | a | |
| Send | ⌘Enter | Ctrl+Enter |
Forward without the mouse
With a conversation open, press f to start forwarding it. Type the recipient, then press Ctrl+Enter (Windows) or ⌘Enter (Mac) to send. Same keys on both platforms.
Enable keyboard shortcuts
Single-key actions like f need shortcuts on: Settings → See all settings → General → Keyboard shortcuts on → Save Changes.
FAQ
What is the forward shortcut in Gmail?
Press F (same on Mac and Windows) with a conversation open to forward it.
How do I send the forwarded email?
Press Ctrl+Enter on Windows or ⌘Enter on the Mac.
Why doesn't F work?
Turn on Keyboard shortcuts in Settings → General → Keyboard shortcuts on.