Gmail

This article explains what Gmail is and how you can add even more functionality out of this already-robust suite of email features.

Use Google Add Ons for Gmail to add custom functionality to Gmail or to add email features to your other projects outside of Gmail.

Yes, that's right.

Using Gmail and Google Add Ons for Gmail, you can customize Gmail's functionality and also add its functionality to web applications, Google Sheets, and more.

For instance, in our Bulk Tasks product, we added Gmail functionality to Google Sheets.

Using our tool, you can create a list of individualized and customized emails in a Google Sheet and then send those in bulk.

With Bulk tasks, you can send hundreds of customized emails with just the click of a button

It combines the convenience of sending mass emails with the power to customize the content of each.

Read below to learn more abou Google add ons for Gmail.

What is Gmail?

Gmail is an email service that was originally launched by Google in 2004.

It's one of the most popular services out there with over a billion monthly users.

The service provides a number of tools like spam protection, chat, and voice calls.

Gmail is also built on a number of principles like simplicity and speed to help you get your messages quickly.

You can use Gmail from your desktop computer, laptop, phone, or tablet.

Here is an example Gmail inbox viewed on a desktop:

Gmail also integrates with many other Google services like Sheets, Calenndar, Drive, Docs, and more.

What are Google Add Ons for Gmail?

Google Add Ons for Gmail are useful third party extensions that can add powerful new features to your email.

They are little tools that allow you to do extra things with your Gmail account.

In other words, Google Add on for Gmail are a collection of apps that can be used to customize your Gmail experience.

They give you more ability to track emails, view your inboxes and calendars on the go, and share Gmail messages directly from other online services. You can install or disable them as you please.

Essentially, they allow you to customize your Gmail inbox by adding new functionality or add Gmail functionality to other apps.

Like you can use the Bulk Tasks features to sendbulk emails from a Google Sheet, in other add ons you can do things like unsubscribe from certain newsletters or request a meeting with a contact without leaving Gmail.

There are currently over 500 add ons available for Gmail and it is easy to install them by clicking on the "Get Add-ons" button in your settings.

Why use Google Add Ons for Gmail?

You might want to use Google add ons for Gmail for many reasons.

One big reason is Google Add Ons for Gmail allow you to access tools and features that you may not have on their browser or other applications.

Our Bulk Tasks tools are an example of using Gmail in Google Sheets.

Google add ons for Gmail can also offer a variety of security features, including the ability to block spam and phishing messages and protect your device against malware.

Gmail add ons can also be used to automate tasks within Gmail or add new features to Gmail.

You can use add-ons for sketching out your emails, scheduling meetings, and enhancing the search engine based on your needs.

These email automations save you time and effort.

Who makes Google Add Ons for Gmail?

We do! Contact us to start the process.

Google encourages third-party developers to create add-ons for Gmail, Google Sheets, and their other products and services.

Anyone can do it.

Google is always looking for ways to make Gmail more useful and to leverage the talents of the developer community.

Google add-ons do those things.

Developers can create cool and useful tools for people to use that leverage the powerful features of Google's products and services.

It is a win-win-win because developers get many of the powerful Google features to enhance their own applications, Google gets more people using their features, and the people get more possibilities for new and useful tools to enhance their lives.

Want some examples of others making Google add-on other than Bulk Tasks?

Some of the most popular add-ons for Gmail are created by Todoist, Streak, Boomerang, and Gmelius.

We would love to make an add on for you. Contact us to start the process!

Where to find Google Add Ons for Gmail?

Follow this link to Google Workspace Marketplace.

You can also find the Google Workspace Marketplace from within Gmail.

In the right sidebar, find the get add ons button like in the image below:

There are other ways to find the Google Workspace Marketplace. Most Google products, like Calendar and Sheets, have links to it too.

You also can find good Gmail add ons by doing a search in Google.

Once in the Google Workspace Marketplace or Chrome Web Store, you can use the search bar at the top to search for a specific add on you want.

After you install an extension, where you find it depends upon where you are using it.

If you are using an add on inside Gmail, you will find the add on in the menu bar in your Gmail console or inside individual compose email drafts.

If you are using add ons inside other Google products, you may need to look at the dropdowns. For instance, in Google Sheets, the add on are in the Extensions dropdown menu.

If you want to manage a Google Add On, you can find it by clicking on your user profile at the top of your Gmail.

Look in the settings menu of your Google profile..

It is there that you can manage, turn off, or uninstall Google add ons.

How to install Google Add Ons for Gmail?

To install an add for Gmail, find it on the Google Workspace Marketplace and click the Intall button.

At some point during installation or your first time using the app, Google will open up a new dialog box.

In that box, Google asks your permission to let the app access some of your Google information.

If you are okay with it, click accept.

Boom. That is it.

Examples of Things You can Do With Google Add Ons for Gmail

Here are some of the things you can do with Google add ons for Gmail:

• get a summary of unread messages
• download attachments automatically
• add reminders
• send canned responses
• sign in to other sites and apps on your desktop computer automatically when you open Gmail
• track email
• block spam
• manage shared inboxes
• create full conversations from emails
• auto-label emails as read or unread
• stop certain people from contacting you
• schedule meetings
• translate text to
• insert a table in an email

Contact us to build your own Google Add Ons for Gmail

Do you have an idea for a Google add on for Gmail? Contact us and we will help you build it.

Examples of Google Add Ons for Gmail

Here are a few examples of Google Workspace add ons for Gmail.

Zoom Gmail Add On

Zoom Video is an online meeting platform that provides a suite of services for video conferencing, webinars, and live broadcasting. Zoom Video offers on-demand collaboration and communication tools that are easy to set up and use.

You can use Zoom to conduct video meetings, conferences and presentations with other people anywhere in the world. You can share your desktop, your webcam and even your slides so what you see is exactly what others see.

The Zoom Video Gmail add on is a tool that allows you to use Zoom video conferencing in Gmail.

Using the add on, you can do things like automatically convert any email you send into a meeting request so that your recipient can answer with one click.

You can also initiate and receive Zoom meetings directly from the Gmail interface.

Schedule a meeting based on the email's content. Add attendees, attachments, and topics automatically based on subject, recipients, and sent documents. Join with video on, join with audio muted, and more.

Essentially, the Zoom add on for Gmail combines the power and features of Zoom and Gmail to automate administrative tasks to help make communcations more efficient.

Slack Gmail Add On

Slack is one of the most popular team communication tools. You can use to it easily organize and faciliate team communications.

For instsance, within in each team, you can make channels for different topics or projects, and it has a robust tools for instance communication, like messaging, voice chat, screen sharing, and video chat.

Slack for Gmail is a Google service that helps you use Slack from within Gmail.

It integrates with your existing Gmail account, so you can combine the power of Slack and Gmail to do things you never thought possible.

Send and receive messages and attachments straight from the desktop without having to switch between apps.

The integration enables you to take advantage of all of Slack’s features while still working with your Gmail account.

Trello Gmail Add On

Trello is a tool that assists in organizing tasks and projects.

To help you stay on task, you can create boards, lists, and cards and easily drag and drop to prioritize your calendar.

Google has released an app called Trello for Gmail. It combines Trello and Gmail features to achieve some powerful results.

With the app, you are able to assign tasks to yourself and others and collaborate on projects from within Gmail.

For example, if someone needs your help with something, you can just assign them the task in Gmail and then Trello for Gmail will synchronize it.

Hippo Video Gmail Add On

The Hippo Video app for Gmail allows you to create and share videos from your email to track and increase your conversions.

Some say it is the best way to share videos through email.

There are many features that make it easy for users, including the ability to upload a video file, or take a video of your screen.

You can easily record and send video emails to leads to increase email open and click-through rates.

Create personalized videos that grab the recipients name by using their name, company, and other data in the video.

Track the data aboutyour sent videos with real-time notifications and gain insights into when and with to follow up.