Shortwave
Shortwave is an AI email client for Gmail accounts with an agent that sorts, searches, schedules and writes replies in your style.
About this tool
Shortwave is an email client for Gmail and Google Workspace accounts, available on the web, iOS, Android, Mac and Windows. It groups and triages messages so important emails and to-dos stand out, and its AI agent accepts plain-language instructions to organise the inbox, find information, schedule meetings or write messages.
Drafts are written in a voice learned from the emails you have sent, and autocomplete suggests phrases, links and facts drawn from your history. Custom filters described in plain English can label, star or archive messages automatically. Integrations with Slack, Google Calendar, Notion, Asana and HubSpot extend the agent beyond email, and paid tiers use Anthropic Claude models at different intelligence levels.
What you can do
Email agent
Ask in plain language to organise, search, schedule or draft, and the agent acts across your inbox.
Personal writing style
Replies are drafted to sound like you, based on the emails you have already sent.
Plain-English filters
Describe a rule in words to label, star or archive matching messages automatically.
Team search
AI search can find emails and analyse attachments, including across a team’s shared mail.
Who is it for?
- A founder asks the agent to find every unanswered investor email from this month.
- A salesperson books a meeting by letting Shortwave check availability and draft the invite.
- A support lead creates a filter that labels billing questions automatically.
Before you choose
Shortwave works with Gmail and Google Workspace mailboxes, so it is not suitable for teams on other email providers.
AI requests are subject to daily quotas that depend on the plan and the model level selected; check the FAQ before relying on heavy use.
Frequently asked questions
Does Shortwave work with Outlook?
Shortwave is designed for Gmail and Google Workspace accounts. Check its documentation for any changes to supported providers.
Which AI models does Shortwave use?
Shortwave’s pricing lists Anthropic Claude models at several intelligence levels, from a fast basic tier to an expert tier with extended thinking.
Can I try Shortwave for free?
Yes. Shortwave offers a 14-day free trial without a credit card, and its FAQ explains what remains available for free afterwards.
Check the official website for current features, pricing, and terms.
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