CircleCount helps you better understand Google+

2013-06-12 17:38:42 (45 comments, 55 reshares, 444 +1s)

Connect with brands you love right from your inbox
You can now connect with the brands and organizations you love on Google+, right from your inbox. Just look for mail from websites that have a Google+ page and you'll be able to follow them and see their latest posts. 

If you're a business and you want to be eligible to appear this way in Gmail, you can find more info here: http://goo.gl/lLo6Q

2013-06-05 19:50:51 (454 comments, 393 reshares, 2156 +1s)

Gmail's new inbox now available on Android, iPhone and iPad

Last week we announced that Gmail has a new inbox that puts you back in control using simple, easy organization.  New versions of the Gmail for Android and Gmail for iPhone and iPad apps with the new inbox are now available. 

If you'd like to try out the new inbox on your mobile device, click on the gear menu in Gmail on the desktop and select Configure inbox. The next time you use your mobile device, primary mail will be shown first and notifications will only appear for primary mail. It's easy to access and keep track of email in other categories by opening the menu. 

These updates include some other new features. On Android, you'll get a new design with profile photos, a navigation menu, and more.  On the iPhone and iPad, you can choose to receive notifications for allmes... more »

2013-05-29 16:00:49 (307 comments, 510 reshares, 1799 +1s)

Gmail is getting a brand new inbox on desktop and mobile that puts you back in control using simple, easy organization.

2013-05-23 16:55:30 (65 comments, 200 reshares, 828 +1s)

You can now search emails, Google Drive files, Calendar invites and more as you type in Gmail.

2013-05-15 21:31:18 (76 comments, 93 reshares, 701 +1s)

Gmail is introducing quick action buttons designed to help tackle those tasks as quickly as possible so you can get back to the rest of your day.

2013-05-15 19:22:07 (106 comments, 453 reshares, 1065 +1s)

Using Gmail and Google Wallet, you can quickly and securely send money to friends and family within the U.S. 

2013-05-15 18:24:28 (131 comments, 162 reshares, 540 +1s)

Switch Chat in Gmail to the new Hangouts experience to bring conversations to life with with photos, emoji, and group video calls. Plus, Hangouts is not just available in Gmail. You’ll be able to connect with friends across computers, Android and Apple devices. 

2013-05-29 08:46:34 (212 comments, 583 reshares, 1894 +1s)

Bringing it all together: 15 GB now shared between Drive, Gmail, and Google+ Photos

Today we’re improving the way you use storage in Drive, Gmail, and Google+ Photos. Instead of having 10 GB for Gmail and another 5 GB for Drive and Google+ Photos, you’ll now get 15 GB of unified storage for free to use as you like between Drive, Gmail, and Google+ Photos. 

Head over to our blog to read more: http://goo.gl/4BWJS

2013-05-06 15:40:33 (56 comments, 70 reshares, 357 +1s)

A more seamless experience in the Gmail app for iPhone and iPad

Starting today, it's now easier to access other Google apps right from Gmail app. When you click on a YouTube, Maps, or Chrome link you'll go directly to that respective app if it's installed instead of opening the mobile browser. Of course, if you prefer you can turn this off using the in-app settings.

If you are using multiple accounts, today's update also lets you choose to sign out of of a single account instead of having to sign out of all accounts at once.

You can download the latest version here:  http://goo.gl/2ma4I

#MobileMonday

2013-05-02 21:41:14 (103 comments, 381 reshares, 1397 +1s)

Starting today, dates and times within emails are lightly underlined: click them to schedule that conference call or lunch date in Google Calendar without ever leaving Gmail.

2013-05-31 16:52:18 (109 comments, 65 reshares, 448 +1s)

Did you know that with both the Gmail app for Android and the Gmail app for iPhone and iPad you can access multiple Google account addresses? #MobileMonday

2013-04-15 20:14:40 (59 comments, 36 reshares, 460 +1s)

When composing or replying in the Gmail app for Android or iPhone and iPad, you can access both your Google contacts and your device contacts simply by beginning to type the contact's name in the "To:" field. #MobileMonday   

2013-04-11 18:17:13 (95 comments, 95 reshares, 603 +1s)

Did you know you can insert images inline in your email, rather than just attaching them?  Simply choose your preferred method: copy and paste, drag-and-drop, or just click the photo button to add an image directly into your draft. #GmailCompose

2013-04-11 05:33:32 (185 comments, 405 reshares, 1434 +1s)

Try holding down the shift key while clicking compose - it opens a brand new compose window in the center of your screen, perfect for those who like a little extra space!  #GmailCompose

2013-04-10 17:04:37 (162 comments, 537 reshares, 1700 +1s)

Gmail turns 9 this month!  You can take a look at all that’s happened in Gmail over the last 9 years.  Here’s to year ten! 

Read more on the blog:
http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2013/04/gmail-9-years-and-counting.html

2013-05-31 16:28:19 (237 comments, 151 reshares, 908 +1s)

Did you know that only about 4% of all Gmail messages get any formatting at all?  With the new compose, we’ve moved these buttons out of the way to create a cleaner look that lets you focus on your message.

But here’s another fun fact: our research showed that if you perform one formatting action in a draft, you are more likely to do additional formatting in that same draft.  That why once you’ve opened the formatting menu in compose, it’ll stick around while you’re writing the rest of that email. 

Of course, if you prefer, you can skip the clicks all together by trying out our new formatting keyboard shortcuts! (http://goo.gl/yacy3). #GmailCompose

2013-04-08 16:58:41 (167 comments, 59 reshares, 519 +1s)

As a reminder, we'll be sharing tips and info about Gmail's new compose over the next week to help you get acquainted with it. 

The new compose is a multi-tasker’s playground: you can write multiple messages, minimize messages and reference other emails in your inbox all at once. #GmailCompose

2013-04-06 07:32:12 (107 comments, 186 reshares, 1089 +1s)

Here’s a time-saver: you can drag-and-drop the address chips in the compose and replies.  So if you accidentally cc someone you meant to bcc, you can just drag-and-drop - no retyping needed! #GmailCompose

2013-04-05 17:59:20 (130 comments, 177 reshares, 738 +1s)

Attachments be gone! You can insert files up to 10 GB in size directly using Google Drive.  And because your document is stored in the cloud, everyone you share it with will have the most recent version all the time.  Gmail will also remind you to change your sharing settings if you email a link to a Google document that isn’t shared with the recipients of the message. #GmailCompose

2013-04-04 23:05:03 (80 comments, 50 reshares, 468 +1s)

We’re all for brevity, but every so often you need to write a lengthier reply or include an image which takes up more space.  No worries - the reply box with new compose intelligently expands as you type and the recipients are always visible.  You can also pop-out your reply using the arrow in the top left of your draft window. #GmailCompose

2013-04-04 16:43:32 (106 comments, 45 reshares, 454 +1s)

Never worry about accidently “x-ing” out of your compose window and losing that perfectly crafted email - drafts automatically save in the new compose, while you're typing and when you close the window. #GmailCompose

2013-04-03 18:23:04 (44 comments, 106 reshares, 551 +1s)

Improved search autocomplete predictions
If you've searched your email for "supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" or other lengthy phrases, it just got easier to find what you're looking for.  Autocomplete predictions in Gmail may now include your past Gmail searches.

Past searches as well as the new contact thumbnails shown below are rolling out to all Gmail users globally, including Google Apps for Business customers, over the next few days.

2013-04-02 23:28:23 (92 comments, 116 reshares, 643 +1s)

Was Gmail Blue an April Fool's joke?  Take a look at developer Shon Dalezman's Gmail Blue Chrome Extension and then decide:  http://goo.gl/HxPya

2013-04-02 18:09:22 (333 comments, 55 reshares, 674 +1s)

Remember when you had to wait for a whole new window to load every time you needed to write an email? With the new compose, you’ll be shaving off seconds with every email you write. Simply click compose and voila! A new compose window opens just like a chat at the bottom of your Gmail. #GmailCompose

2013-04-01 15:45:43 (79 comments, 90 reshares, 578 +1s)

Finally.

2013-04-01 02:02:23 (496 comments, 1418 reshares, 4078 +1s)

Introducing Gmail Blue.  Beautiful. Fast. Powerful.

Read more on the blog:
http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2013/03/introducing-gmail-blue.html

2013-03-29 16:01:52 (218 comments, 102 reshares, 556 +1s)

Take a look at this comprehensive guide to the new compose created by two of Gmail’s Top Contributors +Brett Carver and +Wendy Durham.

2013-03-29 00:14:58 (150 comments, 52 reshares, 402 +1s)

It’s simple to get started with the new compose, but if you want to learn more, check out this article in our help center which provides a general overview of using the new compose. 

2013-03-28 18:42:24 (500 comments, 66 reshares, 543 +1s)

Last October, Google launched a new compose experience and an overwhelming number of you have opted to try it out. Today, that new compose is becoming the default for everyone. Over the week we’ll be highlighting some of our favorite features and sharing tips for the new compose. Learn more by reading the blog post below, and let us know your favorite features or tips for the new compose by posting in the comments!

2013-03-28 03:29:59 (27 comments, 17 reshares, 178 +1s)

6 new Indic languages in Gmail are now available on your feature phone

2013-03-27 16:57:14 (107 comments, 86 reshares, 556 +1s)

You can now swipe left or right to move between conversations in the Gmail app for iPhone. 

2013-03-25 19:43:02 (52 comments, 46 reshares, 371 +1s)

Did you know that with the Gmail Android App you can set the action that is automatically taken after you archive or delete a message? Do this by setting Auto-advance to a newer message, an older message, or back to the conversation list. #MobileMonday 

2013-03-18 19:25:46 (228 comments, 266 reshares, 1629 +1s)

Today we launched a new version of the Gmail Android App. Gmail 4.3 introduces faster online and offline search. For users on Android 4.1+ devices, you will now be able to archive and reply to emails directly from notifications. Learn more by reading the blog post below. 

2013-03-13 18:06:23 (85 comments, 205 reshares, 592 +1s)

Easily add events from attachments in Gmail into Google Calendar 

Now when you receive an attachment with calendar events in .ics format, you can add these events to your Google Calendar right from Gmail with just one click. No more downloading and manually importing!

Plus, events created in Google Calendar will link back to the original email, making it easy to find that booking confirmation email when you need it.

2013-03-12 00:15:40 (179 comments, 176 reshares, 910 +1s)

A refreshed look for Gmail on mobile web and Gmail Offline

Since launching the rebooted Gmail app for iPhone and iPad in December (http://goo.gl/2m7pd), we’ve heard from many of you that you like the redesigned UI, along with new features such as improved search and integration with Google Calendar. Today we’re rolling out a similar refreshed look to the Gmail mobile web app as well as Gmail Offline (http://goo.gl/0f1ae) that includes many of these same changes. Try it out at gmail.com in the browser of your Android, iOS, Blackberry or Kindle Fire device. #MobileMonday

2013-03-08 16:40:56 (60 comments, 58 reshares, 449 +1s)

Did you know that certain Gmail themes change with the weather, time of day, or day of the week? You can tell which themes change by going to Settings > Themes and looking for an icon in the lower right hand corner of the theme's thumbnail image. Select the thumbnail and enter your location to see the theme change in accordance with your surroundings. Try it out! #Gmailfunfact

2013-03-05 00:14:50 (88 comments, 66 reshares, 511 +1s)

If you use the Android Gmail App, try activating the Gmail widget, which lets you quickly access your account directly from the home screen of your device. Create the widget by going to Apps > Widgets and selecting Gmail. You can choose where your widget displays by holding and dragging it, and what your widget displays from your inbox to just a specific label. Try it out! #MobileMonday 

2013-02-27 19:58:40 (201 comments, 97 reshares, 914 +1s)

Windows no longer cover the chat roster
For those of you who enable the Right-side chat lab, you may be happy to know that now, your chat, compose, and task windows will no longer cover the chat roster, making it easier to find that next person to chat. 

2013-02-26 19:07:51 (121 comments, 145 reshares, 662 +1s)

Introducing arrow key navigation in Gmail
Now you can use the arrow keys on your keyboard to navigate your labels and threadlist rows in Gmail. When you navigate using these keys or other keyboard shortcuts, the browser will focus on selected items, enabling screenreaders to read out what's selected.    

2013-02-25 19:17:42 (67 comments, 98 reshares, 467 +1s)

Ever wonder why the Gmail experience isn't identical on Desktop, Android, and iPhone? In +The Verge article below, Jason Cornwell, lead Gmail designer explains why: "The goal is not 'making Gmail look identical across the web, Android, and iOS,' Cornwell says, 'but taking the elements that make those platforms what they are and marrying them with the overall conceptual direction Gmail is pushing.'" #MobileMonday  

2013-02-22 20:02:58 (153 comments, 182 reshares, 1192 +1s)

Last week +Yuko Honda, a latte artist in Japan, visited Google to make some Gmail lattes for the team. Check out the neat photos below and see more fun latte designs by Honda at geeklatte.com.

2013-02-20 16:49:27 (53 comments, 111 reshares, 382 +1s)

Do you love the auto-delete functionality that both the trash and spam labels have in Gmail? Ever wish you could apply this functionality to other labels? You now can using Google Scripts. Check out blogger +Amit Agarwal's recent post on Digital Inspiration to find out how. 

2013-02-19 17:51:50 (25 comments, 50 reshares, 250 +1s)

Try using keyboard shortcuts to help make the process of going through your inbox just a little bit faster. First make sure that keyboard shortcuts are turned on in your Gmail Settings. Then, use "j" to move between conversations, "x" to select a conversation, "o" to open a conversation and "y" to archive or "r" to reply. Check out an entire list of keyboard shortcuts below.

2013-02-15 16:43:51 (95 comments, 119 reshares, 585 +1s)

Pop out reply into a new window
Do you love how easy it is to reference other conversations when using the new compose? Well now you can do the same thing when replying to messages by popping the reply out into a separate window. To pop reply out into a window simply click the arrow on top of the reply box and select "Pop out reply."

2013-02-14 15:46:43 (24 comments, 31 reshares, 223 +1s)

Happy Valentine's Day! Thank you to everyone who submitted a Gmail love letter or poem. Browse through the album below to see some of our favorites. #ilovegmail

2013-02-13 21:59:49 (116 comments, 127 reshares, 738 +1s)

Default Text graduates from Gmail Labs
Default Text lets you change the default size and style of the text in the messages you compose. So whether you like your text a little larger or just have a soft spot for Courier New, you can now make that style your default by going to the General tab in your Settings.

2013-02-13 06:11:43 (41 comments, 31 reshares, 311 +1s)

Don't forget to submit a love letter or poem for Valentine's Day - remember you're writing this to your favorite Gmail feature. Check out the original post, linked below, for more details and an example of a love letter to "Undo Send."

2013-02-13 01:12:08 (29 comments, 53 reshares, 154 +1s)

If you have an Apple device (iPhone, iPad, iPod) that you want to sync with your Google Calendar, then this is for you!

If you’ve ever tried to complete a task on your phone that required you to find, read, and then memorize instructions, you know how frustrating it can be so....

We created an audio version of the sync instructions so that you can listen to them on your iOS device while you follow along. Listen to the instructions on your iOS device by clicking “Listen now” in the Help Center article below. And, when you’re done, reply to this post and let us know what you think! 

-How easy was it to use and understand?
-How does it compare to the traditional way of getting and following instructions on a mobile device ?
-Would you use audio instructions again for other help topics?

Thanks in advance :)

2013-02-25 19:19:03 (63 comments, 46 reshares, 246 +1s)

Do you use the Gmail app on your iPhone or iPad? Valentine’s Day is a great time to try out Scribbles, a feature that lets you add drawings to your Gmail messages. Watch the video below to learn more!  And if you don't already have the Gmail app, it's available on the App Store: http://goo.gl/Y6KYT   #MobileMonday  

2013-02-11 05:39:19 (197 comments, 235 reshares, 1139 +1s)

Want to show Gmail some love for Valentine's Day? Compose a love letter or poem to your favorite Gmail feature and send it our way by emailing it to gmaillove@google.com. On Valentine's Day, we'll showcase the most heartfelt and creative entries, so only send letters and poems that you don’t mind being shared. The names of the showcased authors will be published, but their email addresses will not. Remember: have fun, be creative, and be cool about it - nothing offensive and nothing illegal. #ilovegmail