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How Do I Copy a Message to Send?

Published in Copying Messages 2 mins read

To copy a message so you can send it elsewhere, you can use keyboard shortcuts or a right-click menu. The reference specifically mentions using Ctrl + C or the right-click menu to copy.

Here's a simple breakdown of how to copy a message based on the provided reference:

Two Ways to Copy a Message

The reference provides two primary methods for copying a message:

  1. Using Keyboard Shortcuts:

    • Locate the message you want to copy.
    • Press Ctrl + C on your keyboard.
  2. Using the Right-Click Menu:

    • Find the message you wish to copy.
    • Right-click on the message.
    • Select Copy message to clipboard from the menu that appears.

Both methods place the message content onto your device's clipboard, ready for pasting.

Sending (Pasting) the Copied Message

Once the message is copied to your clipboard using either of the methods above, you can then "send" it by pasting it into your desired location.

  • Go to the space where you want to paste the message (e.g., another chat window, a document, an email).
  • Press Ctrl + V on your keyboard to paste the copied message.

What is Included in the Pasted Message?

According to the reference, when you paste the message:

  • It includes the sender's information.
  • It retains the formatting of the original message.

This ensures that the copied version is a faithful reproduction of the original message for the recipient.

Quick Reference Table

Here's a quick summary of the steps:

Action Method 1 (Keyboard) Method 2 (Right-Click)
Copy Message Press Ctrl + C Right-click, select "Copy message to clipboard"
Go To Destination Navigate to the desired location Navigate to the desired location
Paste Message Press Ctrl + V Press Ctrl + V

This process allows you to easily duplicate message content to share it elsewhere.

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