Sending a video via email may seem daunting, but with Gmail, it’s incredibly simple. This article will provide a detailed walkthrough on how to easily send a video through Gmail. Let’s begin!
Step 1: Open Gmail
First, open your Gmail account. If you don’t have one, you’ll need to create a Gmail account.
Step 2: Compose an Email
Click on the Compose button located on the top left corner of the main Gmail interface. A new message box will appear.
Step 3: Attach a Video
Next, we need to attach the video. Click on the Attach icon (it looks like a paperclip) at the bottom of the new message box.
Once you’ve done this, an upload box will appear, prompting you to find the video file on your computer. Navigate to the video you wish to send, select it, and click Open.
Note:
Please remember Gmail has a 25MB limit for attachments. If your video exceeds this limit, you’ll need to upload it to Google Drive and then share the link. Here’s how:
Step 4: Upload Video to Google Drive (If Necessary)
If your file is larger than 25MB, Google Drive is your best option. To do this, you need to:
- Go to Google Drive
- Click on the New button on the top left corner
- Select File upload
- Navigate to the video file on your computer, select it, and click Open
Step 5: Share the Video Link in Gmail
After the video is uploaded, right-click on it in Google Drive and select Get shareable link. Then, go back to your Gmail message and paste the link into the body of the email. The recipient will be able to click on this link and download the video.
Step 6: Send Your Email
Finally, add the recipient’s email address, a subject, and any message you want to send along with the video. When you’re ready, click the Send button.
Conclusion
And that’s it! You now know how to email a video using Gmail. It might seem like a lot of steps at first, but once you’ve done it a few times, it will become second nature. Happy emailing!
