the keyboard shortcut for Archive is cumbersome (Shift + Command + A). Something simpler as pressing A for Archive will make it a breeze going through the inbox
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One option is to use the Delete key. When you press it, you’ll be prompted if you want the key to Trash or Archive.
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If you set it to Archive, you can still trash via ⌘⌫
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that works. However, pressing the Delete key to archive feels odd and dare I say, not right. Delete is not archive. The Gmail web view allows for custom keyboard shortcuts. I would prefer A for archive, D delete, R for reply, F for Forward...... why 1 key shortcuts are not used?
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You may want to try switching to the Gmail keyboard shortcuts set in Preferences, on the General tab. This will enable you to press keys like ‘E’ for archive.