# Send a quick reply without opening compose

To reply quickly, right-click a mail in the list and choose **Quick Reply**, or open the mail and click **Quick Reply** in the bar at the bottom. Type your message and click send. Your signature is added if it is turned on. Click **Switch to Advance Reply** if you need full formatting.

## How to send a quick reply without opening compose

1. In the mail list, right-click the mail and choose **Quick Reply**. Or open the mail and click **Quick Reply** in the bar at the bottom.
2. Type your reply. In the list version you can also add Cc or Bcc and attach a file.
3. Click **Send** (or the send arrow in the reading pane).

## When to use it

> Rohit's team member asks for leave on Friday. Rohit right-clicks the mail, chooses **Quick Reply**, types "Approved, enjoy the long weekend" and sends it without leaving his Inbox.

## Options in the list version

| Option | What it does |
|---|---|
| Add Cc / Add Bcc | Shows the Cc or Bcc box. |
| Reply With: Original Message | Quotes the original mail below your reply. |
| Reply With: Signature | Adds your signature. |
| Attachment | Attaches a file to the reply. |
| **Switch to Advance Reply** | Opens the full compose window with what you typed. |

## Good to know

- You can add up to 10 addresses in the list version. XgenPlus warns you about duplicate or invalid addresses.
- The right-click menu also offers **Quick Forward**, **Reply**, **Forward** and **Add to Contacts**.

## Common questions

**Why is Quick Reply missing for some mails?**

It is hidden when your administrator has switched off replying for your account, when the sender stopped replies to that mail, or when a mail shared with you does not allow replies.


Source: https://docs.xgenplus.com/mail/quick-reply-to-a-mail/