Setting Up Mac Mail with Gmail: A Step-by-Step Guide 'setting up mac mail gmail'

Are you trying to set up your Gmail account in Mac Mail, but unsure of how to go about it? You're not alone! In this guide, we'll walk you through the process step by step.

First things first, make sure you have 2-Step Verification enabled on your Google account. To do this, sign in to your Google account and navigate to the Security section. Click on '2-Step Verification' and follow the prompts to set it up.

Once you've enabled 2-Step Verification, return to the previous screen by clicking the left arrow at the top of the screen next to '2-Step Verification'. Then, click NEXT and enter the code you received. Finally, click TURN ON to finish setting up 2-step verification.

Next, you'll be prompted to enter your phone number and select whether you want to receive your verification codes by text message or a phone call. Make sure to enter your phone number correctly, as this will be used to send you verification codes in the future.

If you're using an older version of Outlook that doesn't support 2-Step Verification, don't worry! You can still add your Gmail account to Outlook using advanced settings. See our separate guide on how to do this: 'Use Advanced Setup to Add a POP or IMAP Email Account in Outlook for PC'.

For those who want to set up two-factor authentication and get an app password, follow these steps:

* Go to the Google apps icon in the upper right corner of your browser window.

* Click on 'Turn on' next to '2-Step Verification'.

* Enter your Gmail password and click NEXT.

* Choose whether you want to receive verification codes by text message or a phone call.

* Under Signing into Google, if 2-Step Verification is OFF, click the arrow next to OFF to turn it ON.

Once you've set up 2-Step Verification, you can proceed with adding your Gmail account to Mac Mail. Open Mac Mail and select 'Add Account' from the menu bar. Choose 'Other' and enter your Gmail address and password.

You'll then be prompted to enter your app password. If you don't have an app password set up, follow these steps:

* Go back to the Google apps icon in the upper right corner of your browser window.

* Click on 'Turn on' next to '2-Step Verification'.

* Enter your Gmail password and click NEXT.

* Choose whether you want to receive verification codes by text message or a phone call.

* Under Signing into Google, if 2-Step Verification is OFF, click the arrow next to OFF to turn it ON.

Once you've set up two-factor authentication and gotten an app password, return to Mac Mail and enter your app password. You should now be able to access your Gmail account in Mac Mail.

That's it! With these simple steps, you should be able to set up your Gmail account in Mac Mail with ease. If you have any further questions or issues, feel free to reach out to us for assistance.

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