Netiquette

It’s time for some hard-earned time off! Whether you’re headed for the beach or visiting family you haven’t seen for a while, wouldn’t it be nice to disconnect from the digital world for a while? But before you disappear, you can set up automatic replies for your emails so the senders know when they can expect a reply. more

Being a student means a lot of communication through email. Whether you have questions for your professor, are applying for internships, or looking for a student job, it’s likely that email has become a primary communication channel for you. more

When applying for a job, you may be asked to provide professional references – feedback about your qualifications or character from individuals who know you well. Asking someone to be a reference may seem intimidating, but you can use our tips and examples to write the perfect reference request email. more

We have all been in the wrong here and there in life. But what happens when you’re in the wrong in a professional setting? You’re on the job and realize you’ve made an honest mistake and writing an apology email to address it can be nerve-racking. There are many ways you can successfully apologize by email and save face. more

Every good cause, from earthquake relief to the local Little League, needs money to run effectively. But no matter how worthy your cause, asking for donations can be a challenge. Email to the rescue! Our explainer shows you how to ask for a donation in an email and get results – including wording examples.

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Are you struggling to craft the perfect subject line for your job application email? The mail.com blog has professional tips and examples that will help your email stand out in a crowded inbox – and land the job of your dreams. more

Email is an essential part of our daily lives and a must-have communication tool, both inside and outside the office. It’s not just about sending messages: email is also important for organizing schedules, sharing documents, and storing important information online. more

*Ding* You’ve just gotten an email and it does not sound polite at all. Actually, it is so unpolite that it is really upsetting. First instinct is of course to respond and make your points known in the same language and attitude of the email you received. But what if it was not intended to be rude? more

If you are a frequent user of social media platforms, you may have spotted additions to people’s posts in the form of a slash and a letter, like this: /srs. This is called a tone indicator. Like the tone of a person’s voice pitched higher to indicate a question or louder to indicate anger, these markers help clarify the meaning of the words. more

Abbreviations and acronyms are found everywhere these days – and it’s no wonder! We are constantly texting and sending emails, and these shortcuts are faster and easier to type. But do you ever find yourself scratching your head when someone ends a message with RR or NRN? more