Tip: Signature Control

Want more control of your signature? With signatures turned on, it is inserted every time you compose, reply or forward a message. But sometimes you don't need your signature taking up space, especially if you're in a lengthy discussion with a colleague.

So, instead of using the built in signature, try using canned responses.

1. Go to Labs and enable the Canned Responses lab. Save.
2. Go to Settings, General and turn off your Signature. Save.
3. Compose a new message and type your signature in the compose field.
4. Click Canned Responses above the compose field and choose Save. Give it a name, such as "My Signature".
5. Discard the message. 

Now, whenever you want to include your signature in a message, just click Canned Responses and choose Insert My Signature.