# Preview your message before sending

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{!start-composing.md!}

1. Write a message.

1. Click the **preview mode** (<i class="zulip-icon zulip-icon-preview"></i>)
   icon at the bottom of the compose box.

1. *(optional)* Click the **exit preview mode** (<i class="zulip-icon
   zulip-icon-edit"></i>) icon to edit your message.

!!! keyboard_tip ""

    You can also use <kbd>Alt</kbd> + <kbd>P</kbd> to toggle between previewing
    and editing your message.

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## Related articles

* [Message formatting](/help/format-your-message-using-markdown)
* [Resize the compose box](/help/resize-the-compose-box)
* [Mastering the compose box](/help/mastering-the-compose-box)
