How to make mentions in ProtonMail?


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2023-11-05T09:12:53+00:00

How to Make Mentions in Protonmail

How to make mentions in ProtonMail?

How to make mentions in ProtonMail? If you are a ProtonMail user and want to learn how to use mentions in your emails, you are in the right place. Mentions are a great way to get someone's attention in an email and make sure that person receives a special notification. In this article, we explain how to make mentions in ProtonMail and improve communication in your electronic messages.

Step by step -- How to make mentions in ProtonMail?

  • Log in to your ProtonMail account: Open your web browser and visit the ProtonMail website. Enter your username and password in the appropriate fields and click “Sign In.”
  • Create a new email: Click the “Compose” button to create a new email.
  • Write email: Write the content of your email as you normally would. Be sure to include the text in which you want to make the mention.
  • Start mentioning someone: To mention someone in ProtonMail, simply type the "@" symbol followed by the name of the person you want to mention. As you start typing the name, ProtonMail will show you suggestions based on your saved contacts and email addresses.
  • Select the mentioned recipient: Once the suggestions are displayed, select the recipient you want to mention. ProtonMail will automatically add the username or email address of the mentioned recipient in the text field.
  • Finalize your email and send it: After mentioning the desired person, continue writing the rest of your email. Review the content to ensure it is written correctly and click the “Send” button to send the email.

FAQ

1. How to make mentions in ProtonMail?

To make mentions in ProtonMail:

  1. Type the "@" symbol followed by the recipient's name.
  2. Select the correct recipient from the drop-down list that appears.
  3. When you send the email, the named recipient will receive a special notification.

2. What do I do if the dropdown list is not displayed when making a mention in ProtonMail?

If the drop-down list for making a mention in ProtonMail is not displayed:

  1. Verify that you are using the updated web version of ProtonMail.
  2. Make sure you have correctly entered the "@" symbol followed by the recipient's name.
  3. Try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the browser.

3. Can I mention multiple recipients in a ProtonMail email?

Yes, you can mention multiple recipients in a ProtonMail email:

  1. Type the "@" symbol followed by the name of each recipient.
  2. Select the correct recipients from the drop-down list that appears.
  3. When you send the email, all named recipients will receive a special notification.

4. Will the named recipients see my email before I send it?

No, the mentioned recipients No. They will see your email before sending it:

  1. The mention will only notify the recipients specified within the email.
  2. The email will be sent once you press the “send” button.

5. Is there a way to undo a mention in ProtonMail?

No, there is currently no way to undo a mention in ProtonMail:

  1. You must be careful when mentioning the recipients to avoid mistakes.
  2. Check the recipient's name carefully before sending the email.

6. Do ProtonMail mentions work on mobile?

Yes, ProtonMail mentions work on mobile:

  1. Open the ProtonMail app on your mobile device.
  2. Type the "@" symbol followed by the recipient's name.
  3. Select the correct recipient from the drop-down list that appears.

7. Can I mention someone who doesn't use ProtonMail?

Yes, you can mention someone who doesn't use ProtonMail:

  1. Type the "@" symbol followed by the recipient's name.
  2. Even if the recipient does not use ProtonMail, they will receive the mail normally.

8. Do I need to mention someone to notify them in ProtonMail?

No, it is not necessary to mention someone to notify them in ProtonMail:

  1. You can send an email without mentions and the recipients will receive it normally.
  2. A mention is an additional way to highlight the attention of a specific recipient.

9. Can I mention someone in the subject of the email in ProtonMail?

No, you cannot mention someone in the email subject in ProtonMail:

  1. Mentions can only be made within the body of the email.
  2. You can use the subject of the email to summarize the content, but without mentions.

10. Is there a way to turn off special mention notifications in ProtonMail?

No, there is currently no way to turn off special mention notifications in ProtonMail:

  1. Mentions will always generate special notifications for the mentioned recipient.
  2. You can contact the recipient directly to arrange other forms of communication if necessary.

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