Background Information about Gmail
Minor revisions to Gmail happen from time to time. During May 2018, Google gave Gmail a major update and the content here is based on this revision. Google Support provides an overview of the revisions at https://goo.gl/C8gz47. Videos, screen shots, and web resources are provided in this website to support weekly tasks and associated learning activities. You may find additional resources online by using "2018 Gmail" as your search term. (By using the parentheses, your search will return items that include both terms.) Tentative Course Outline
Locating the Gmail App Looking at your device, Gmail is recognizable by its red and white envelop icon. Gmail comes preinstalled on Android phones, tablets and Chromebooks. Apple Mail is preinstalled on Apple and IOS devices and Windows Mail is preinstalled on Windows devices. Use the Applications store to install Gmail on Apple and Windows phones and tablets. On laptop or desktop computers Gmail is accessed through a browser at http://mail.google.com/.
Creating a Gmail AccountBackground GlossaryThe list below is a basic glossary of terms helpful in understanding the use of Gmail. Being specific with terms will clarify the process of using web-based email rather than an application that delivers email from a server directly to your computer, tablet, or mobile device.
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AuthorI am a retired educator, with experience in school, public health, and state education agencies. Helping my mother, my children, and my grandson use technology provided additional experience. Shared ResourcesA Google Document that included additional resources and a weekly summary of activities. You may view download this document or make a copy and save it to your G Drive.
Gmail Settings
A Google document with a list of the settings for Gmail. It may be used to develop a personal guide to the functions related to each setting. ArchivesCategories |
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