How to create mailing lists in gmail

Creating a mailing list in Gmail can be a bit tricky, but it's doable. Here are a few methods to help you create a mailing list in Gmail:

Method 1: Using Gmail's built-in feature - "Canned Responses"

  1. Go to Gmail's settings (gear icon) > Advanced > Canned responses.
  2. Click on "New canned response" and give it a name (e.g., "Mailing List").
  3. In the "Subject" field, enter the subject line you want to use for your mailing list emails.
  4. In the "Body" field, enter the email content you want to send to your mailing list.
  5. Click "Save" to save the canned response.

To send an email to your mailing list, follow these steps:

  1. Compose a new email.
  2. Click on the "Canned responses" dropdown menu.
  3. Select the mailing list you created.
  4. Fill in the recipient's email address (or multiple email addresses separated by commas).
  5. Click "Send" to send the email to your mailing list.

Method 2: Using Gmail's "Labels" feature

  1. Create a new label in Gmail by going to Gmail's settings (gear icon) > Labels.
  2. Name the label (e.g., "Mailing List").
  3. Add the email addresses of your mailing list members to the label by clicking on the "Add to label" button next to each email address.

To send an email to your mailing list, follow these steps:

  1. Compose a new email.
  2. In the "To" field, enter the label name (e.g., "Mailing List").
  3. Gmail will automatically add all the email addresses associated with the label to the "To" field.
  4. Fill in the email content and click "Send" to send the email to your mailing list.

Method 3: Using a third-party add-on - "Gmail Mailing List"

  1. Install the "Gmail Mailing List" add-on from the Chrome Web Store.
  2. Follow the add-on's instructions to create a new mailing list.
  3. Add email addresses to your mailing list by clicking on the add-on's icon in your Gmail inbox.

To send an email to your mailing list, follow these steps:

  1. Compose a new email.
  2. Click on the add-on's icon in your Gmail inbox.
  3. Select the mailing list you created.
  4. Fill in the email content and click "Send" to send the email to your mailing list.

Note: The "Gmail Mailing List" add-on is a third-party solution, so be cautious when installing it and make sure it's reputable.

These methods should help you create a mailing list in Gmail. Remember to always follow Gmail's terms of service and anti-spam policies when sending emails to your mailing list.