Please let me know what the next step would be vs Please let me know the next steps

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Please let me know what the next step would be' is used when asking for information about a single subsequent action. On the other hand, 'Please let me know the next steps' is used when asking for information about multiple actions or a sequence of actions.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used when asking for information about a single subsequent action.

"Please let me know what the next step would be"

This phrase is used when you want to know the specific next action or decision that needs to be taken.

Examples:

After we receive the approval, please let me know what the next step would be.

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Sep 28, 2013 ... Please let me know what the next step would be. Thanks in advance for your help. Bill XXXX. Share this conversation. Answered in 1 hour by:.
Please let me know what the next step would be. By chance someone gave us a Poodle and a Shih Tzu and she is only 14 weeks old. Wondering if she would work ...
Jul 22, 2020 ... ... same time (in perfect conditions. if I try to optimize one or two variables, it works). Please let me know what the next step would be?
Nov 7, 2020 ... Please let me know what the next step would be in regards to getting the star^^ Thank you, and keep up the great work!

Alternatives:

please inform me of the next step that needs to be taken
please tell me what the next action should be

This phrase is correct and commonly used when asking for information about multiple actions or a sequence of actions.

"Please let me know the next steps"

This phrase is used when you want to know the series of actions or steps that need to be taken.

Examples:

Once we finalize the design, please let me know the next steps.

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Apr 5, 2021 ... Consider writing something such as, "Please let me know the next steps I need to take in this process. If you require any additional ...
But I did not get any email! Please let me know if my registration has been confirmed! Please let me know the next steps! Thanks and kind regards,.
Please let me know the next steps to troubleshoot this. Thanks. The page I need help with: [log in to see the link]. Viewing 2 replies - 1 through 2 (of 2 ...
Please let me know the next steps. Thanks. I sent you an email with the details. Please let me know the next steps.Thanks.
I'm trying to make a similar request, to the effect of "Please let me know the next steps" (in an email response to an offer of employment.)
Apr 5, 2016 ... Please let me know the next steps, so i can capture the plan and actual cost for labour hours. Thanks in advance.

Alternatives:

please inform me of the following steps
please tell me the sequence of actions

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