To start adding an email to Gmail, access your Gmail account by opening it on your computer or mobile device.
Step 2: Open Settings
Once you are logged in, locate the Settings icon in the top right corner of Gmail. Click on it to access the settings menu.
Step 3: Navigate to Accounts and Import
In the settings menu, you will find different tabs. Look for the “Accounts and Import” or “Accounts” tab and click on it to proceed.
Step 4: Choose “Add a Mail Account”
Within the “Check mail from other accounts” section, you will find an option to “Add a mail account.” Click on this option to initiate the process of adding a new email to your Gmail account.
Step 5: Enter the Email Address
A prompt will appear where you can type in the email address that you want to link to your Gmail account. Enter the email address you wish to add, and then click on “Next” to continue.
Step 6: Verify Email Access
After entering the email address, Gmail will ask for permission to access the account. Follow the prompts to verify and grant access to link the email to your Gmail account.
Step 7: Confirmation Code
Depending on the email provider, you may need to enter a confirmation code or follow additional steps to complete the linking process. Check your other email account for any verification emails or codes.
Step 8: Finalize the Setup
Once the verification is complete, Gmail will finalize the setup process for the linked email account. Follow any additional instructions provided to ensure the email is successfully added to Gmail.
Step 9: Managing Linked Accounts
After successfully adding an email to Gmail, you can manage the linked accounts in the Accounts and Import settings. Here, you can set default sending addresses, import contacts, and other customization options.
Step 10: Sending Emails from Linked Accounts
When composing a new email in Gmail, you can easily select the linked email address as the sender by clicking on the “From” field and choosing the desired email account.
Step 11: Receiving Emails in Gmail
All emails sent to the linked account will now be visible in your Gmail inbox, allowing you to manage and respond to messages from different email addresses in one place.
Step 12: Enjoy the Convenience
By adding an email to Gmail, you streamline your email management process by centralizing all your messages in one inbox. Enjoy the convenience of accessing and responding to emails from multiple accounts within Gmail.
