Suggested Poems for Gmail

Description

Suggested Poems for Gmail is a Chrome extension designed to inject a dose of literary flair into your email correspondence. Instead of the standard, often generic suggested replies that Google's "Smart Reply" feature provides, this extension replaces them with evocative lines of poetry. These verses are drawn from a vast collection of public domain poems, offering a more thoughtful and artistic alternative to the usual automated responses.

The extension aims to challenge the trend of purely prefabricated communication. While acknowledging the utility of suggested replies, it questions a future where conversations consist solely of bland, automated phrases. By introducing poetic verse, it encourages users to consider the nature of communication and the potential for creativity even within digital interactions.

Installation is straightforward, and once active, the extension seamlessly integrates with your Gmail interface. The poetic suggestions are designed to be surprising and engaging, prompting a more reflective approach to replying to emails. The project is also open-source, inviting collaboration and transparency from the developer community. It's a playful yet thought-provoking tool for anyone looking to add a unique touch to their digital communications and ponder the intersection of technology and art.

This extension is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Google. It was developed as a creative experiment to offer a different perspective on automated communication tools. The developer, Chris Zubak-Skees, created this extension to explore the possibility of infusing soul and artistry into everyday digital interactions, drawing inspiration from the rich heritage of poetry.

Suggested Poems for Gmail's Core Features

• Replaces Gmail's suggested replies with poetic verse

• Utilizes lines from thousands of public domain poems

• Offers a creative alternative to standard automated responses

• Encourages reflection on the nature of digital communication

• Seamless integration with Gmail interface

• Open-source project available on GitHub

• Free to use

• Designed to be a thought-provoking and artistic tool

How to use Suggested Poems for Gmail?

1. 1

   Install: Add the extension to your Chrome browser via the Chrome Web Store.

2. 2

   Enable: Once installed, the extension automatically activates within Gmail.

3. 3

   Compose: Open a Gmail message and observe suggested replies.

4. 4

   Select: Choose a poetic suggestion or use it as inspiration for your reply.

5. 5

   Send: Craft and send your email with a unique poetic touch.

Suggested Poems for Gmail's Use Cases

• Creative Email Replies
• Questioning Automation
• Injecting Personality
• Inspiring Writers
• Alternative to Smart Reply

FAQ from Suggested Poems for Gmail

• What does Suggested Poems for Gmail do?

  It replaces the standard suggested replies in Gmail with lines of poetry drawn from public domain works.

• Is this extension affiliated with Google?

  No, this extension is not endorsed by, sponsored by, or in any way associated with Google.

• Is this a joke or a functional tool?

  It started as a playful idea but is a real, functional extension that does not disappear after April 2nd.

• Why was this extension created?

  It was created to question the blandness of purely prefabricated responses and to offer a more artistic and thoughtful alternative to Gmail's Smart Reply.

• Where do the poems come from?

  The poetic verses are drawn from thousands of lines of public domain poems.

• Is the extension free to use?

  Yes, the extension is free and open source.

• Can I contribute to the project?

  Yes, as the project is open source, you can find the code on GitHub and contribute.

• What is the size of the extension?

  The extension is 701KiB.

• When was the extension last updated?

  The extension was last updated on April 9, 2019.

• What languages does the extension support?

  The extension supports English.