Can't add gmail to windows mail

Frustrating! Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue. Here are some steps to help you add your Gmail account to Windows Mail:

Prerequisites:

  1. Make sure you have Windows 10 or later installed on your computer.
  2. Ensure you have the latest updates installed for Windows and Windows Mail.

Steps to add Gmail to Windows Mail:

  1. Open Windows Mail: Go to Start > Mail to open the Windows Mail app.
  2. Click on "Accounts": In the top right corner of the Windows Mail window, click on the "Accounts" button.
  3. Click on "Add account": In the "Accounts" window, click on the "Add account" button.
  4. Select "Other account": In the "Add an account" window, select "Other account" from the list of options.
  5. Enter your Gmail account details: Enter your Gmail address and password in the respective fields. You can also choose to use an app password if you have 2-Step Verification enabled on your Google account.
  6. Choose the account type: Select "IMAP" as the account type. This will allow you to access your Gmail inbox, sent items, and other folders.
  7. Set up the account: Click on the "Next" button to set up the account. Windows Mail will attempt to connect to your Gmail account and synchronize your email.
  8. Configure the account settings: If the account is set up successfully, you'll be prompted to configure the account settings. You can choose to sync your contacts, calendar, and other data.

Troubleshooting tips:

  1. Check your Gmail account settings: Ensure that your Gmail account is set up to allow less secure apps to access your account. You can do this by going to your Google Account settings > Security > Less secure app access.
  2. Check your Windows Mail settings: Ensure that Windows Mail is set up to use the correct port numbers for IMAP and SMTP. You can do this by going to Settings > Accounts > [Your Gmail account] > Advanced settings.
  3. Try using an app password: If you have 2-Step Verification enabled on your Google account, try using an app password instead of your regular password.
  4. Check for updates: Ensure that Windows Mail and your Gmail account are up to date.

If you're still having trouble adding your Gmail account to Windows Mail, feel free to provide more details about the error message you're seeing, and I'll do my best to help you troubleshoot the issue!