Settings for gmail on a mac

Here are the steps to set up Gmail on a Mac:

Step 1: Open System Preferences

• Click on the Apple menu in the top left corner of the screen and select "System Preferences".

Step 2: Click on Mail

• In the System Preferences window, click on the "Mail" icon.

Step 3: Add a New Account

• Click on the "+" button at the top left corner of the Mail window to add a new account.
• Select "Other Mail Account" from the dropdown menu.

Step 4: Enter Your Gmail Account Information

• Enter your Gmail address and password in the respective fields.
• Make sure to select "IMAP" as the account type.
• Click "Continue" to proceed.

Step 5: Set Up Your Gmail Account

• You will be asked to enter your name and email address. Fill in the required information and click "Next".
• You will then be asked to set up your account settings. You can choose to use the default settings or customize them as per your preference.
• Click "Create" to create your account.

Step 6: Set Up Your Gmail Account in Mail

• Once your account is created, you will be asked to set up your account in Mail. You can choose to set up your account as a POP or IMAP account.
• Select "IMAP" as the account type and click "Continue".
• You will then be asked to enter your IMAP settings. The settings are as follows:
  • Host Name: imap.gmail.com
  • Port: 993
  • Username: your Gmail address
  • Password: your Gmail password
  • Use SSL: selected
• Click "Create" to set up your account.

Step 7: Set Up Your Gmail Account in the Gmail App

• If you want to use the Gmail app on your Mac, you can set it up by following these steps:
  • Open the Gmail app on your Mac.
  • Sign in with your Gmail address and password.
  • You will be asked to set up your account. Follow the prompts to set up your account.
  • You can choose to set up your account as a POP or IMAP account.
  • Select "IMAP" as the account type and click "Next".
  • Enter your IMAP settings as follows:
    • Host Name: imap.gmail.com
    • Port: 993
    • Username: your Gmail address
    • Password: your Gmail password
    • Use SSL: selected
  • Click "Next" to set up your account.

That's it! You should now be able to access your Gmail account on your Mac using the Mail app or the Gmail app.