How to Set Up Email in Gmail App

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How to Set Up Email in Gmail App

Use the Gmail app to manage your AtrioMail email on Android or iPhone. Here's how to add your account!

⏱️ Time needed: 3 minutes
📱 Works on: Android & iPhone
💡 Why Gmail app? Clean interface, great search, works with any email provider!

Before You Start

Make sure you have:

  • Gmail app installed (download from App Store or Google Play)
  • Your email address (you@yourdomain.com)
  • Your email password

Step 1: Open Gmail App

  1. Open the Gmail app
  2. Tap your profile picture in the top right
  3. Tap "Add another account"

Step 2: Choose Account Type

  1. You'll see a list of email providers
  2. Scroll down and tap "Other"
  3. Enter your full email address
  4. Tap "Next"

Step 3: Choose Setup Type

  1. Select "Personal (IMAP)"
  2. Enter your password
  3. Tap "Next"
💡 IMAP vs POP3: Choose IMAP! It syncs across all your devices. POP3 only downloads to one device.

Step 4: Incoming Server Settings

Enter these settings exactly:

Server: mail.atriomail.com
Port: 993
Security type: SSL/TLS
Username: Your full email address
Password: Your email password

Tap "Next"

Step 5: Outgoing Server Settings

Enter these settings:

SMTP Server: mail.atriomail.com
Port: 587
Security type: STARTTLS
Require sign-in: ✓ (checked)
Username: Your full email address
Password: Your email password

Tap "Next"

Step 6: Account Options

  1. Choose sync frequency:
    • Recommended: Every 15 minutes
    • Or: Never (manual only)
  2. Check notification preferences
  3. Tap "Next"

Step 7: Name Your Account

  1. Enter your name (appears when you send emails)
  2. Give the account a label (e.g., "Work Email")
  3. Tap "Next"
✅ Done! Your email is now set up in Gmail app!

Customize Your Experience

Change Inbox Style

  1. Tap the menu (☰) in Gmail
  2. Scroll down to Settings
  3. Select your account
  4. Tap "Inbox type"
  5. Choose: Default, Important first, Unread first, etc.

Enable Notifications

  1. Go to Settings → Your account
  2. Tap "Notifications"
  3. Choose notification level:
    • All: Every email
    • High priority: Important only
    • None: No notifications

Set Default Account

If you have multiple accounts:

  1. Go to Settings → General settings
  2. Tap "Default account"
  3. Select which account to use by default

Switching Between Accounts

  1. Tap your profile picture
  2. Tap the account you want to switch to
  3. Or tap "All inboxes" to see all emails together

Troubleshooting

Can't Connect to Server

  • Verify server is: mail.atriomail.com (not a different subdomain like "imap.")
  • Check ports: 993 (IMAP), 587 (SMTP)
  • Make sure username is your FULL email address
  • Try retyping your password

Emails Not Syncing

  • Pull down to refresh manually
  • Check sync frequency in settings
  • Make sure you have internet connection
  • Try removing and re-adding the account

Authentication Failed

  • Double-check your password
  • Make sure Caps Lock is off
  • Verify your account is active
  • Reset password if needed
⚠️ Common Mistake: Using "Require sign-in" unchecked for SMTP. It MUST be checked!

Gmail App Features

Smart Features

  • ✉️ Smart Reply: Quick response suggestions
  • 📎 Attachment Preview: View files without downloading
  • 🔍 Powerful Search: Find emails fast
  • Stars & Labels: Organize your way
  • 📅 Snooze: Remind me later

Swipe Actions

Customize what happens when you swipe:

  1. Settings → Your account
  2. Tap "Swipe actions"
  3. Choose actions for left/right swipe

Need Help?

Having trouble setting up Gmail app? Contact our support team through the chat!

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