Attaching files to emails is a common task for most people, especially when it comes to sending documents, images, or videos. Gmail, being one of the most popular email services, offers two methods of attaching files to emails. In this guide, we will cover both methods: direct attachment and Google Drive attachment.
Direct Attachment Method
To use this method, you need to have the file downloaded on your computer. Start by composing a new email and add a contact, subject, and message. Then, click on the “attach files” icon, which will open a new window. Navigate to the folder where the file is located, select it, and click “open.” You can attach more files if needed, but the file size limit for a direct attachment is 25 megabytes. Finally, click “send” to send the email.
Another way to direct attach a file is by dragging and dropping it from a folder on your computer. Open the folder where the file is located, find the file, and drag and drop it into the email you are composing.
Google Drive Attachment Method
To use this method, you need to have the file in your Google Drive. Compose a new email and add a contact, subject, and message. Then, click on the “insert files using Drive” button, which will open a new window. Here, you can search for the file you would like to attach. If you recently uploaded the file to Google Drive, you can click on the “recent” tab to find it easily. You can also navigate between folders until you find the file. If you know the name of the file, you can just search for it using the search bar. Type the name of the file and press enter. Once you have located the file you want to attach, click on it to select it and then click on “insert.”
Depending on the file you are sharing, you may get some notifications asking you to give access to the file you are sending. Check that everything looks good and finally click on “send” to send the email.
In conclusion, attaching a file to an email on Gmail is a straightforward process. Whether you are using the direct attachment method or the Google Drive attachment method, it only takes a few clicks to attach the file and send the email.