Gmail reverse conversation

The addon which reverse emails in conversation view.

Gmail Reverse Conversation - Chrome Extension

'Gmail Reverse Conversation' is an innovative Chrome extension crafted for those who prefer to observe the latest Gmail thread messages first. Users who desire a reverse chronological order will find their needs met by this product, as it effectively modifies the typical Gmail conversation view to present the newest emails at the top. It is impressively uncomplicated, utilizing CSS only and excluding JavaScript to deliver the required results. The related source code and instructions for use are conveniently accessible.
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Extension stats

By: spaj
Users: 300,000+
Rating: 4.72
(262)
Version: 0.0.8 (Last updated: 2023-08-02)
Creation date: 2018-11-23
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Size: 9.72K

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Extension summary

Gmail reverse conversation (thread) view. Do you like newest message on the top in conversation view? Now you can do it with this simple addon. It reverse email order in thread.

No javascript, css only.

Instruction: https://gitlab.com/redribbon/gmail-reverse/blob/master/README.md

Source code: https://gitlab.com/redribbon/gmail-reverse

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works perfectly and enhances user experience.
  • Makes Gmail's conversation view consistent with how most messaging apps display messages.
  • Saves time by bringing the latest messages to the top of conversations.
  • Actively fills a gap left by Gmail, which many users find frustrating.
  • Easy to install and use.
Cons
  • Gmail should have this feature built in; it's seen as a basic functionality.
  • Does not sort replies made by the user unless there is a new incoming reply.
  • Messages from different threads with the same subject may stack together unexpectedly.
Most mentioned
  • Surprise at Gmail not having this feature natively.
  • Gratitude towards the developer for creating this extension.
  • Widespread recognition of the extension as a game changer.
User reviews
Works great. Cool that the source code it on gitlab. Hopefully, someone has check it to make sure they aren't reading our emails . . .
by Jeff Thom, 2024-12-18

works great! game changer, how google did not offer this as an option blows my mind
by Hoss Zahiri, 2024-12-11

by Rafael Beyeler, 2024-11-30
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Gmail reverse conversation requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Gmail reverse conversation has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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