How to Mark Email Messages as Urgent in Gmail
Learn how to mark email messages as urgent or high priority in Gmail manually to ensure prompt responses.
Video Summary
In this week's tip, we explored the manual method of marking email messages as urgent or high priority in Gmail. While Gmail doesn't offer an automatic option for this feature, users can effectively convey the urgency of their emails by following a simple technique. To mark an email as urgent, simply add 'urgent:' at the beginning of the subject line, followed by the subject of the email. This clear indicator alerts the recipient to the importance of the message and prompts them to respond promptly. Moreover, users can enhance the urgency by setting a specific deadline for replies within the subject line. This manual approach ensures that crucial emails receive the attention they require and encourages timely responses. By utilizing these practical strategies, Gmail users can effectively prioritize their communication and streamline their email management process.
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Gmail Message Priority
To mark an email as urgent or high priority in Gmail, manually set the subject line by typing 'urgent:' followed by the subject. This signals to the recipient that the email requires immediate attention.
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Composing Urgent Email
When composing an urgent email in Gmail, add recipients to the 'To', 'CC', or 'BCC' lines, then include 'urgent:' in the subject line followed by the subject. This manual method effectively conveys the importance of the email.
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Setting Deadline
To further emphasize urgency, include a deadline in the subject line of the email, such as 'Please reply by the end of business October 14, 2021.' This prompts the recipient to respond promptly.
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Effectiveness of Manual Method
While marking emails as urgent or high priority in Gmail is a manual process, it is highly effective in signaling the importance of the message to the recipient. This method ensures timely responses and attention to critical emails.
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