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To set up Apple Mail to receive incoming emails from Gmail, you'll need to configure the incoming mail server settings. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Enable IMAP in your Gmail account

1. Log in to your Gmail account.
2. Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner and select "See all settings."
3. Go to the "Forwarding and POP/IMAP" tab.
4. Select the "Enable IMAP" radio button.
5. Click "Save Changes."

Step 2: Configure Apple Mail

1. Open Apple Mail on your Mac or iOS device.
2. Go to "Mail" > "Preferences" (on Mac) or "Settings" (on iOS).
3. Click on "Accounts" and then click the "+" button to add a new account.
4. Select "Other" as the account type.
5. Enter the following settings:
   • Account type: IMAP
   • Description: Your Gmail account name
   • Incoming mail server: imap.gmail.com
   • User name: Your Gmail address (e.g., [your_email_address]@gmail.com)
   • Password: Your Gmail password
6. Click "Continue" and then "Create."

Step 3: Verify the settings

1. Apple Mail will attempt to connect to your Gmail account using the IMAP settings.
2. If everything is set up correctly, you should see a success message and your Gmail account will be added to Apple Mail.

Tips and Variations

• If you're using two-factor authentication (2FA) with your Gmail account, you may need to generate an App Password and use that instead of your regular password.
• If you're having trouble connecting to your Gmail account, try checking the IMAP settings in your Gmail account settings to ensure they're correct.
• You can also use SSL/TLS encryption by selecting "Use SSL" or "Use TLS" in the Apple Mail settings.

By following these steps, you should be able to set up Apple Mail to receive incoming emails from your Gmail account using IMAP.