WE R LIBRARY FORMAT
| Level | Intermediate |
| Device | Smartphone (Android) |
| Topic | Messaging |
| Sub-topic | Downloading and Setting Up Gmail |
| Introduction | |
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| Nowadays, sending out an email can be something many people can take for granted–especially because it’s become normal in our lives. You can communicate with people in real-time and send them files at the push of a button. So, it makes sense why many people would choose to use email apps like Gmail! Unfortunately, not everyone knows how to get started on using an email account. This article aims to make the process easier for you! | |
| Body | |
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| Step # | Action |
| 1 | First, you’ll have to open your Google Play Store app. This is what it looks like:  |
| 2 | Go to the search bar, type “Gmail,” and then press the search button. This is what most Play Store apps look like:  |
| 3 | The app will show you the Gmail app in the results. This is what the icon usually looks like: Tap on the Gmail app logo. |
| 4 | Press the download button, and the Gmail app will begin downloading. |
| 5 | Your app will start downloading. So, just wait for it to finish downloading for now. |
| 6 | Once the app has finally downloaded, it’s time to open the Gmail app. |
| 7 | After you open the app, it will bring you to a screen where you can enter your login details. Since you have no login details, you have to tap on the “Create New Account” option. |
| 8 | Once you tap the “Create New Account” option, fill out the details that the app asks of you. |
| 9 | Next, follow the security test instructions and check the terms and conditions box. |
| 10 | Once you’ve completed all this, it’s time to tap on the “Next Step” button. |
| 11 | The next step will entail you creating a Google profile. This is optional, so skip this step first. |
| 12 | Once all that’s done, Gmail will tell you your application is finished. You can now access your Gmail account from your Android phone! |
| Conclusion | |
| Technology has allowed us to enjoy several little conveniences in our lives, some of which we take for granted. For example, email has become automatic for many people in their everyday lives. However, as simple as this process seems, it’s allowed us to communicate with people in real-time and send them files and messages we want them to get as soon as possible. So, with apps like Gmail, it’s become easier to get this done. What’s more, you can do this from the comfort of your phone! All you need to do is download the app, open the Gmail app, fill in the required details, and you’ll be good to go! Of course, doing something like this can still be somewhat daunting for many people. Considering that some people aren’t too familiar with technology, they may not really be able to use apps like Gmail on their android phones. Fortunately, help is there if you need it. Just message us through the provided communication channels, and we’ll help you get that Gmail account sorted ASAP! | |
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