Use keyboard shortcuts to send messages faster and work more efficiently.
Send Message Shortcut
Quick Send
Press Ctrl+Enter (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Enter (Mac) to send your message immediately.
This works when:
- You're typing in the message textarea
- The textarea has focus
- Your message has content
Press Ctrl + Enter to send
Benefits
Speed
- Send messages without reaching for the mouse
- Faster response times
- More efficient workflow
Convenience
- Keep your hands on the keyboard
- Natural workflow for typing
- Less interruption to your flow
Usage Tips
When It Works
- Message textarea is focused
- You have text in the message
- You have permission to send messages
When It Doesn't Work
- Textarea is not focused
- Message is empty
- You don't have reply permissions
- Message is currently sending
Other Keyboard Navigation
Tab Navigation
Use Tab to navigate between:
- Message textarea
- Saved replies button
- Send button
Text Selection
Standard text selection works:
- Ctrl/Cmd+A: Select all text
- Ctrl/Cmd+C: Copy
- Ctrl/Cmd+V: Paste
- Ctrl/Cmd+X: Cut
Browser Shortcuts
Common browser shortcuts also work:
- Ctrl/Cmd+R: Refresh page
- Ctrl/Cmd+W: Close tab
- Ctrl/Cmd+T: New tab
- F5: Refresh
Mobile Considerations
On mobile devices:
- Keyboard shortcuts may not be available
- Use the Send button instead
- Touch-optimized interface for mobile
Best Practices
- Learn the Shortcut: Practice using Ctrl/Cmd+Enter until it's natural
- Check Before Sending: Review your message before using the shortcut
- Use for Quick Replies: Especially useful for short, quick responses
- Combine with Saved Replies: Use shortcuts with saved reply templates for maximum efficiency
Troubleshooting
Shortcut Not Working
- Ensure textarea has focus (click in it)
- Check you're using the correct key combination
- Verify your message has content
- Check browser compatibility
Accidental Sends
- Review messages before sending
- Use draft functionality if available
- Double-check important messages