
There is no need to select the IMAP type, because the Gmail web based account will anyway keep a copy of all emails, just like an IMAP account would do. On the server type step, select POP3 or IMAP (depending on your needs) for the Outlook email account type, then click on Next. On the Outlook popup window, select to "Add a new e-mail account" and click on Next. Start Outlook: from the main Outlook window, go to Tools -> Email Accounts. Before getting started, please make sure you know your Gmail email address and your Gmail password.
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How to configure your Outlook GMail account Why should I use Outlook for my Gmail address?Īlthough the web based system of Google Gmail is one of the most feature rich webmail platforms, you may want to handle your Gmail account & messages from a client email software program such as Microsoft Outlook.

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