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Questions tagged [gmail]

For issues specific to the Gmail app, AKA Google Mail. For another mail app use the tag specific to it or, if none found, the generic 'email' tag.

What is Gmail?

Gmail is a webmail service as well as an app for Android. It features POP3 and IMAP4 access, so it can be used with 3rd party mail clients as well. A detailed description can be found at Wikipedia.

What should you use this tag for?

If your issue is with either the Gmail app or the Gmail service, this tag is appropriate. For other apps and services, as well as for related topics, please refer to the Related tags section below.

Related tags

Related apps and email services

  • for generic mail issues, or when no other specific tag exists for the app you've got issues with
  • Microsoft's Hotmail service and its app
  • Microsoft's newer email service
  • issues with the most favored 3rd party mail app, K9-Mail by K-9 Dog Walkers
  • the mail app shipped with your Android device (not GMail)
  • mail service and app from Yahoo

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How do I undo "always show pictures from this sender" on Android gmail?

I accidentally clicked 'Always Display Images from This Sender' ('Always show pictures from this sender' in 2020) and was wondering if there's a way to undo this setting in Android gmail. It's straightforward to undo on web Gmail, but not the same…
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How can I install the Google Apps Package (Play Store, ...) on my Android device?

I have recently installed a custom ROM and cannot find the Play Store. It seems like all apps that belong to Google are missing. How can I install the Google Apps Package (Play Store, ...) on my Android device?
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how to replace gmail with the new inbox by gmail

I've got an invite to the new inbox by gmail service. I downloaded the app, but I can't seem to make it the default mailing app on the phone. (when I receive new emails, I get system notifications from the gmail app and not from the inbox app). I…
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How is the Gmail password stored in Android - and where?

I have looked around and found no information on how Android manages to store passwords on the device. Especially Gmail passwords. I'm looking to learn how Android encrypts and stores passwords ? What key does it use and where is this key stored,…
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How to create filter in mobile Gmail?

Opening a message on my phone/tablet and I want to create a filter for that message but I cannot see where to do it. The same thing can be found from the top right menu when using the web version of Gmail. Any workaround for this?
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How do I delete an email in Gmail from the notification screen?

The latest Gmail app update (26 MAR 2013) introduced a feature for devices running Android 4.1 (Jellybean) and higher wherein a user could directly archive/reply to an email from within the notification pull-down. The "What's New" section on the…
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Can I use Gmail while offline?

Is it possible to download the new emails from the Gmail account while online, and then read them while offline? Is it possible to write emails while offline that will be sent when online?
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Insert inlined images on Gmail app

I tried using the attached image option and thought I would be able to drag the image into place but this didn't work. Is it possible to do insert inlined images directly on Gmail?
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How do I setup a Gmail account with 2-step verification in K-9 Mail?

I'm trying to setup my Gmail account in K-9 Mail, but when I'm setting up the incoming server, I keep getting the error: "Wrong username or password". When I'm trying to set up an outgoing server, I get an error which directs me to the two-step…
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Does official Gmail app use a secure connection?

As simple as that, when I'm using the official Gmail app to access my email account, does it use a secure connection?
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What is the location of attachments that I download from the Gmail app?

I can't find where the files are saved after I download them from an email message. I'd be glad if you could direct me to the location.
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No exchange option in gmail "add account" drop down

I cannot see exchange account option on gmail add account. Gmail version 5.0.1. How to rectify this?
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Is it possible to set up a Google account for Gmail only?

As the title says, is it possible to setup a Google account on an Android device in a way that it will only be used to access Gmail? I have several apps from the big G installed on my phone (obviously, I dare say), namely Gmail, Play store, Maps,…
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How can I view SMTP headers in the Gmail app?

I'd like to view the full SMTP headers of a message in the Gmail app, but I haven't found a way to do so. I've also tried the Web client, but it displays a tablet-specific view, even when I've checked "request desktop site". How can I view SMTP…
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Temporarily protect email/sms when giving device to others?

Say my cousin wants to play with my phone/tablet for a while. Let's pretend I'm really nice and pleased to let him play with it as long as he wants, but deep inside I'm a little worry about him reading my emails and sms out of curiosity. And I have…
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