OneDrive serves as Microsoft’s cloud storage solution, whereas Gmail is Google’s offering in the email service domain. Each of these services enjoys widespread utilization and comes with its unique strengths. Nonetheless, there are instances when attaching documents from OneDrive into a Gmail message becomes necessary. In this guide, we will walk you through how to attach documents from OneDrive to an email in Gmail.
Step 1: Open Gmail
Firstly, open your Gmail account in a web browser. If you are not logged in, enter your email address and password to log in. Once you are logged in, click on the “Compose” button to start a new email.
Step 2: Click on the Attach File Button
In the toolbar above the text box where you type your message, you will see an icon that looks like a paperclip. This is the “Attach file” button. Click on it to open a dialog box that allows you to select files from your computer or device.
Step 3: Select OneDrive as the Source
In the dialog box, you will see a list of folders and drives on your computer. Click on “OneDrive” to open it. If you are not signed in to OneDrive, you may need to enter your Microsoft account credentials to access your files.
Step 4: Select the File You Want to Attach
Once you are in OneDrive, navigate to the file you want to attach. Click on it once to select it. If you want to attach multiple files, hold down the “Ctrl” key and click on each file you want to attach.
Step 5: Attach the File(s)
After selecting the file(s), click on the “Open” button to attach them to your email. The files will be uploaded to Gmail’s servers and added as attachments to your email.
Step 6: Compose Your Email
Now that you have attached the file(s), you can compose your email as usual. Enter the recipient’s email address in the “To” field, enter a subject line in the “Subject” field, and type your message in the text box below.
Step 7: Review Your Email
Before sending your email, review it to make sure everything is correct. Check that the file(s) are attached, the recipient’s email address is correct, and your message is clear and concise.
Step 8: Send Your Email
Once you have reviewed your email, click on the “Send” button to send it. The file(s) will be sent along with your email to the recipient(s).
Conclusion
Attaching files from OneDrive to Gmail is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily attach files from OneDrive to Gmail and share them with your recipients.
