SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.
Attach something to an email
Attach a picture or document using the Gmail app.
Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.
STEP 1 OF 9
Open Gmail
Tap the Gmail app.
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STEP 1
Open Gmail
Tap the Gmail app.
STEP 2
Tap Compose
Tap Compose at the bottom right.
STEP 3
Add the recipient
Tap To and type the email address of the person.
STEP 4
Add a subject
Tap Subject and type a short title.
STEP 5
Write your message
Tap Compose email and type your message.
STEP 6
Open attachments
Tap the paperclip at the top right.
STEP 7
Choose where the file is
Tap Photos for a picture, Files for a document, or Drive for something saved in Google Drive.
STEP 8
Select your item
Tap the photo or file you want to attach.
STEP 9
Check and send
Check that the correct file is attached and the recipient is right. Tap the Send arrow when ready.
For a personal Gmail account, attachments over 25 MB are sent as a Google Drive link. Check that the recipient can open the shared file.
IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT
A little help along the way.
Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.
I cannot find that option+
Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.
I need to go back a step+
Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.
Are these pictures of my device?+
They are example screens showing exactly where to tap. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.