# Write and send a mail

To write a mail, click **Compose Mail** at the top of the left pane. A **New Message** window opens over your mailbox. Fill in **To**, add **Cc** or **Bcc** if needed, type a **Subject** and your message, then click **Send**. The arrow next to Compose Mail also opens AI Compose and the Classic compose switch.

## How to write and send a mail

1. Click **Compose Mail** at the top of the left pane. A **New Message** window opens.
2. Type the recipient's name or address in **To**. Click **Cc** or **Bcc** to add more people.
3. Type a **Subject** and write your message in the body.
4. Use the icons at the bottom to attach files, format text or request a delivery report.
5. Click **Send**.

## When to use it

> Rohit in sales at acme.in gets a request for a quote. He clicks Compose Mail, addresses it to purchase@example.in, types the prices and sends it in under a minute, while his Inbox stays open behind the window.

## Options

| Option | What it does |
|---|---|
| **Cc** / **Bcc** | Show extra address lines for copies and blind copies. |
| **Send** ▾ | Send now, or choose **Schedule Send** to send later. |
| **Formatting options** | Show the toolbar for fonts, colours, lists, links and tables. |
| **Attach File** (paper clip) | Add files from your computer. |
| **Insert Image In Mail Body** | Put a picture inside the message. |
| **Delivery Report** / **Read Receipt** | Ask to be told when the mail is delivered or opened. |
| **Save Draft** ▾ | Save the mail to Drafts, or **Discard Draft**. |

## Good to know

- Your mail is saved to **Drafts** automatically while you type.
- You can keep up to three new compose windows open at the same time.
- Advanced options such as recipient rights, priority, PGP and templates are in Classic compose.

## Common questions

**What else is in the arrow next to Compose Mail?**

Click the small arrow beside **Compose Mail** to open **AI Compose**, which drafts a mail for you, or to turn on **Classic** to use the older compose window with advanced options.

**Which font does a new mail use?**

New mails start with the default font and size from your mail settings. You can change the text for a single mail with **Formatting options**.


Source: https://docs.xgenplus.com/mail/write-and-send-a-mail/