How to add gmail account in windows 8 mail app

To add a Gmail account to the Windows 8 Mail app, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Mail app: You can find the Mail app on your Start screen or in the Apps view.
  2. Click on the "Accounts" button: In the top right corner of the Mail app, you'll see a button that says "Accounts". Click on this button.
  3. Click on "Add an account": In the Accounts window, click on the "Add an account" button.
  4. Select "Google": In the Add an account window, select "Google" from the list of available accounts.
  5. Enter your Gmail credentials: Enter your Gmail address and password in the respective fields. You can also choose to save your password for future use.
  6. Grant permissions: You'll be asked to grant permissions to the Mail app to access your Gmail account. Click on "Allow" to grant the necessary permissions.
  7. Choose your account settings: You'll be asked to choose your account settings, such as the account name and the folders you want to sync.
  8. Click "Finish": Once you've completed the setup process, click on the "Finish" button to add your Gmail account to the Mail app.

Alternatively, you can also add a Gmail account to the Mail app by following these steps:

  1. Open the Mail app: Open the Mail app on your Windows 8 device.
  2. Click on the "Settings" icon: In the top right corner of the Mail app, click on the settings icon (represented by a gear).
  3. Click on "Manage accounts": In the Settings window, click on "Manage accounts".
  4. Click on "Add an account": In the Manage accounts window, click on the "Add an account" button.
  5. Select "Google": In the Add an account window, select "Google" from the list of available accounts.
  6. Enter your Gmail credentials: Enter your Gmail address and password in the respective fields. You can also choose to save your password for future use.
  7. Grant permissions: You'll be asked to grant permissions to the Mail app to access your Gmail account. Click on "Allow" to grant the necessary permissions.
  8. Choose your account settings: You'll be asked to choose your account settings, such as the account name and the folders you want to sync.
  9. Click "Finish": Once you've completed the setup process, click on the "Finish" button to add your Gmail account to the Mail app.

That's it! Your Gmail account should now be added to the Windows 8 Mail app. You can access your Gmail account by clicking on the "Accounts" button in the top right corner of the Mail app and selecting your Gmail account from the list of available accounts.