READ Abbreviation: R Displays a message, item or Calendar entry on the screen. See "Reading Messages" and "Looking at Your Calendar" . Intray > READ 3 4/4/92 > R The READ command is available in the following areas of HP Desk: In Tray, Out Tray, Pending Tray, Work Area, List Area, Filing Cabinet, Calendar, Message, Package, Folder, Distribution List.