Pull back sent email
You want to recall an email that has already been sent. Unfortunately, it's not possible to completely "pull back" an email that has already been sent, as it has already been delivered to the recipient's inbox. However, there are a few options you can consider:
- Resend a revised email: If you realize you made a mistake or want to correct something in the email, you can send a new email with the corrections. Make sure to clearly indicate that it's a revised version and not a duplicate.
- Use an "Undo Send" feature: Some email providers, like Gmail, offer an "Undo Send" feature that allows you to retract an email within a short period (usually a few seconds) after sending it. This feature is usually enabled by default, but you can check your email settings to confirm.
- Send a follow-up email: If you want to correct or clarify something in the original email, you can send a follow-up email to the recipient. This can help clarify any misunderstandings or provide additional information.
- Contact the recipient: If the email was sent to a colleague or someone you have a good relationship with, you can try contacting them directly to ask them to disregard the original email or to clarify any points.
Remember that once an email is sent, it's out of your control, and there's no guarantee that the recipient will delete or ignore it. However, by taking one of these steps, you can try to mitigate any potential issues or misunderstandings.