Setup mail on android

Here's a step-by-step guide to set up email on an Android device:

Method 1: Set up email using the built-in Email app

  1. Go to the Apps drawer and find the Email app. It's usually labeled as "Email" or "Gmail" (depending on your device and Android version).
  2. Tap on the Email app to open it.
  3. Tap on the "Add account" button.
  4. Select the type of email account you want to set up (e.g., Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, etc.).
  5. Enter your email address and password.
  6. Tap "Next" to continue.
  7. If prompted, enter your name and other account settings (e.g., IMAP/POP settings, SMTP server, etc.).
  8. Tap "Next" again to save the changes.

Method 2: Set up email using the Gmail app

  1. Go to the Apps drawer and find the Gmail app.
  2. Tap on the Gmail app to open it.
  3. Tap on the "Settings" icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner.
  4. Tap on "Add account".
  5. Select the type of email account you want to set up (e.g., Outlook, Yahoo, etc.).
  6. Enter your email address and password.
  7. Tap "Next" to continue.
  8. If prompted, enter your name and other account settings (e.g., IMAP/POP settings, SMTP server, etc.).
  9. Tap "Next" again to save the changes.

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