Smart Reply Drafts

Open a reply window and find an AI-drafted response already waiting for you. TabMail reads the conversation and prepares a thoughtful reply.

How it works

When you click “Reply” on an email, TabMail analyzes the conversation and generates a draft response. The draft appears as ghost text that you can accept, modify, or ignore.

Using smart reply drafts

  1. Select an email in your inbox
  2. Click Reply All (or press Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + R)
  3. Review the draft — It appears as suggested text in the compose window
  4. Press Tab to accept each line, or Shift + Tab to accept the entire draft
  5. Edit as needed — The draft is a starting point, not the final word

What makes a good draft

TabMail considers:

  • The content and tone of the original email
  • Your previous replies in the conversation
  • Common email patterns and etiquette
  • Context from your knowledge base (if you’ve added personal context)

Customizing behavior

The quality of drafts improves as TabMail learns your preferences. You can:

  • Add context to your Knowledge base about how you like to write
  • Set up Prompts & rules for specific situations
  • Use Templates to save common replies for quick use
  • Simply edit the drafts you receive — TabMail learns from your corrections

Tips

  • Smart drafts work best for straightforward replies
  • For complex or sensitive emails, use the draft as a starting point
  • The more you use TabMail, the better it gets at matching your voice

Privacy

Email content is processed transiently for AI features and is not retained. You can always disable AI features at any time with a single toggle in your settings. For more details, see Privacy Policy.

Last updated: March 30, 2026