Embedded Files
What
What
On this page, you will know the steps on how to attach files to Gmail.
Who
Who
All staff
When
When
Day-to-day operations
Where
Where
Gmail.com
Why
Why
Collaboration
Communication
Step 1: On your computer, open Gmail.
Step 1: On your computer, open Gmail.
Step 2: Click Compose.
Step 2: Click Compose.
Step 3: Click Google Drive.
Step 3: Click Google Drive.
Step 4: Select the files you want to attach.
Step 4: Select the files you want to attach.
Step 5: At the bottom of the page, decide how you want to send the file
Step 5: At the bottom of the page, decide how you want to send the file
Drive link: This works for any files stored in Drive, including files created using Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, or Forms.
Attachment: This only works for files that weren't created using Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, or Forms.
Step 6: Click Insert.
Step 6: Click Insert.
Sharing settings for Google Drive files
When you attach a Google Drive file to a message, Gmail checks to see if your recipients have access to the file. If they don't, you'll be prompted to change the sharing settings of the file before you send your message.
Last Update Date: 19/06/23
Updated By: Lesley
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