How to delete attachments in Gmail? (without deleting the original message)

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This discussion focuses on the method to delete attachments in Gmail without removing the original messages. Users can achieve this by sending the email to themselves without the attachment, effectively retaining the message content while freeing up space. This approach is particularly useful for individuals who prefer to download their Gmail data onto disk while managing attachment storage efficiently.

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Individuals looking to optimize their Gmail storage, especially those who frequently download emails and attachments for offline access.

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So yes, you may ask - why would I need to, since Gmail offers so much space? Well, my reason is that I often like to download everything from Gmail onto disk, and this is where I'd like to delete attachments.
 
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Send the message to yourself without the attachment.
 

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