How to Send an Email Online

Send an email using Gmail in your web browser in five short steps.

Steps

1
Open your web browser
and go to gmail.com. Press Enter.
2
Sign in
with your email address and password. If you do not have an account, click "Create account."
3
Click "Compose"
in the top left corner. A new message window opens.
4
Fill in the fields.
Add the recipient, a subject line, and your message.
5
Click "Send"
at the bottom of the window. Your email is on its way.

How do I know if my email was sent?Show

Look for "Message sent" at the bottom left of the screen. You can also check the "Sent" folder on the left side.

Can I add a photo or file to my email?Show

Yes. Click the paperclip icon at the bottom of the compose window, then choose the file from your computer.

What if I type the wrong email address?Show

If the address does not exist, you get a "delivery failed" email back. Check the address and try again.

Can I cancel an email after sending?Show

In Gmail you have a few seconds to click "Undo" after sending. Look for "Undo" at the bottom left of the screen.

Is there a limit to how many emails I can send?Show

Gmail allows about 500 emails per day for personal accounts. Most people do not reach this limit.

Written by the HowToDoStuff.online editorial team. Last updated May 18, 2026.