Gmail doesn’t offer a desktop app to install like other programs. But there is an easy way to get Gmail running on your computer like a desktop app.
In this article, we will discuss the process of setting up Gmail as a desktop app and how to use it to its full potential. Let’s get started!
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How to Use Gmail Like a Desktop App Easily
Following the below guide, you can use Gmail as a desktop app on Windows and Mac.
You will need to have the Chrome browser installed on your computer to use Gmail as a desktop app. Using Chrome’s “Create Shortcut” feature, you can easily turn any web page into a standalone desktop app with its own icon. We can use this method to create a Gmail desktop app.
Let’s see the steps you need to follow:
Step 1
Open Chrome and go to Gmail.com. Once you are logged in, click on the three dots in the browser’s top-right corner and select “More Tools.” From the drop-down menu that appears, select “Create Shortcut.”
Step 2
A pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm the shortcut. You can leave the default name or change it to something else. Make sure to mark the box for “Open as window.” Once you have decided on a name and marked the box, click “Create.”
Step 3
You will see a new icon appear on your desktop with the Gmail logo. Double-click this icon to open Gmail in its own window, outside of Chrome!
Bonus Tip: You can turn on notifications to get real-time alerts for incoming emails in the app you just created. To do this, open Gmail.com and go to Settings> See all settings> General. Scroll down to find Desktop notifications and mark the box beside “New mail notifications on”. Then scroll further below and save the settings.
If you use Gmail on a daily basis, we highly recommend setting it up as a desktop app. It’s a great way to stay organized and keep your inbox separate from the rest of your browsing. Give it a try and let us know how you like it!
How to Make the Gmail App Offline
Now that you know how to set up Gmail as a desktop app. Let’s discuss how to make it work offline. This is an excellent feature if you want to check your email even when you don’t have an internet connection.
Here are the steps you need to follow:
Step 1
Open Chrome and go to Gmail.com. Once you are logged into your account, press the gear icon to open the Settings pop-up. Then, press “See all Settings” from there.
Step 2
Find and open the “Offline” section and press the checkbox next to “Enable offline mail.”
Step 3
Now scroll down and mark the box for “Keep offline data on my computer.” Then press “Save Changes.”
You have now successfully enabled offline mode for Gmail! To access your offline mailbox, simply double-click the desktop app icon, and you will be taken to a cached version of your inbox.
Keep in mind that this cached version is not updated in real-time. So if you want to see the most recent emails, you will need to be connected to the internet.
Conclusion
We hope this article was helpful in showing you how to set up Gmail as a desktop app. This can be a great way to increase your productivity and stay organized. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us in the comments section below. Thanks for reading!