What is what does it mean to cc an email?

Carbon Copy (CC) in email means including additional recipients on an email message.

When you CC someone, they receive a copy of the email, along with the original recipient in the "To:" field. All recipients can see that the CC'd individual(s) received the email.

Here's what it implies:

  • Visibility: Everyone can see who was CC'd.
  • Information Sharing: CC is typically used to keep someone informed about a topic, even if they aren't directly involved in the conversation or action required.
  • Less Direct Action Required: The person CC'd isn't necessarily expected to respond directly, although they may choose to. The primary recipient (in the "To:" field) is the one expected to take action.

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