Add gmail account to windows 10 mail

Here's a step-by-step guide to add a Gmail account to the Windows 10 Mail app:

Method 1: Add Gmail account using the Mail app

  1. Open the Mail app on your Windows 10 device.
  2. Click on the "Settings" icon (represented by a gear) in the top right corner of the window.
  3. Click on "Accounts" from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click on "Add account" and select "Google" from the list of available accounts.
  5. Enter your Gmail address and password, and click "Next".
  6. You may be prompted to allow the Mail app to access your Google account. Click "Allow" to continue.
  7. Choose the type of account you want to add (e.g., Gmail, Google Apps, or other Google services).
  8. Click "Connect" to complete the setup process.

Method 2: Add Gmail account using the Outlook app

  1. Open the Outlook app on your Windows 10 device.
  2. Click on the "Settings" icon (represented by a gear) in the top right corner of the window.
  3. Click on "Accounts" from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click on "Add account" and select "Google" from the list of available accounts.
  5. Enter your Gmail address and password, and click "Next".
  6. You may be prompted to allow the Outlook app to access your Google account. Click "Allow" to continue.
  7. Choose the type of account you want to add (e.g., Gmail, Google Apps, or other Google services).
  8. Click "Connect" to complete the setup process.

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