1. Sign in to Gmail
The first step is to sign in to your Gmail account. If you don’t have one, you can create a free account in just a few minutes.
2. Compose a New Email
Once you are signed in, click on the “Compose” button to start a new email. A new window or tab will open, allowing you to write the email.
3. Click on the Google Drive Icon
In the email composition window, you will notice a drive icon at the bottom. Click on it to access your Google Drive.
4. Upload the File to Google Drive
A new window will appear, displaying your Google Drive folders. Click on the “New” button, then select “File upload” to locate and upload the large file from your computer. Depending on the file size and your internet speed, the upload process may take a few minutes.
5. Insert the File Link
After the file has finished uploading, you will see it listed in your Google Drive. Right-click on the file and select “Get link”. Choose the visibility settings of the link as required (private or public). Then, click on the “Copy link” button.
6. Paste the Link in the Email
Go back to the email composition window and paste the copied link into the body of the email. You can write a brief message or instructions for the recipient if needed.
7. Send the Email
Double-check the email content and ensure the large file link is included. Once everything looks good, click on the “Send” button to send your email with the large file attachment.
That’s it! You have successfully sent a large file using Gmail’s services. The recipient of your email will be able to access the file by clicking on the link you provided. Remember, Gmail allows you to send files as large as 25MB, but by utilizing Google Drive, you can bypass this limit and share much larger files effortlessly.
So, the next time you need to send a large file, don’t worry about the file size limit. Take advantage of Gmail’s integration with Google Drive and send your files without any hassle.
Start using Gmail for large file sharing today and experience the convenience and reliability it offers. Happy emailing!