Connecting an external email account to Gmail may seem like an inconspicuous feature, but it actually significantly simplifies managing your emails, especially if it's a work account. Gmail offers a wide range of customization options, from colors to organizing emails and managing filters and anti-spam, making using your account more convenient and efficient.
This integration allows you to manage both accounts from a single platform, making it easier to check emails without having to switch between different applications. Setting up a domain account in Gmail is simpler than it seems, and learning how to do it in a few simple steps can be beneficial.
Step by step, this is how to link an external account to your Gmail
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Sign in to your Gmail account: Access your Gmail account as usual, if you are not already logged in.
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Access settings: once inside, click on the gear icon, settings, located at the top right of the screen and access "See all settings".
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Go to the "Accounts and Import" section: in the menu above, go to the "Accounts and Import" tab.
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Add an email account: Under the "Accounts and Import" section, look for the option that says "Import email and contacts" and click on it.
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Enter the domain account details: a new window will open where you must enter the email address of the account you want to link. Then, click "Continue".
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Enter your username and password: On the next screen, you will be asked to enter your account username and password. Once you have entered them, click on "Add account".
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Set up sending options: You will then be asked if you want to send emails from this linked account. Select the appropriate option and click "Next."
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Confirm the configuration: at this point, you may be asked for a confirmation code, which will be sent to the external email account you are linking, or you may simply close the window. Once done, you are done, it will be configured.
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