How to use embed code in gmail email
To use an embed code in a Gmail email, you can follow these steps:
Method 1: Using the Gmail Compose window
- Compose a new email in Gmail.
- Click on the "Insert" menu and select "Embed" from the dropdown list.
- A new window will open with a text box. Paste your embed code into this box.
- You can also add a title and description to your embed code if needed.
- Click "Insert" to embed the code into your email.
- The embed code will be inserted into your email as a block of HTML code.
Method 2: Using the Gmail HTML editor
- Compose a new email in Gmail.
- Click on the "Compose" button to open the email in the HTML editor.
- Click on the "HTML" button in the top-right corner of the editor.
- A new window will open with the HTML code editor.
- Paste your embed code into the HTML editor.
- You can also add additional HTML code or formatting as needed.
- Click "Update" to save your changes.
- The embed code will be inserted into your email as a block of HTML code.
Tips and considerations
- Make sure to test your embed code in a separate browser window or email client before sending it to ensure it displays correctly.
- Some embed codes may not work properly in Gmail due to security restrictions. If you encounter issues, try using a different embed code or contacting the provider of the embed code for assistance.
- If you're embedding a video or image, make sure to check the file size and format to ensure it's compatible with Gmail's email limits.
- You can also use third-party email plugins or add-ons to help you embed codes in Gmail, such as Embedly or Embed Code Generator.
Here's an example of what the embed code might look like in a Gmail email:
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VIDEO_ID" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Replace VIDEO_ID
with the actual ID of the video you want to embed.