Altering the background of any of your favorite applications is a fantastic way to add more excitement to your work, and the same goes for Gmail. This article will guide you on the easiest way to change the Gmail background. You can even use your personal images as the wallpaper for Gmail.
Guide to Change Gmail Background
Step 1: Access Gmail.com, log in to your account, then click on the gear icon at the top right corner of the screen and select SETTINGS (Themes).
Step 2: In the Choose Your Theme screen, you can select from a menu of images, background colors, or drawings to set as the background for your inbox. The collection includes diverse images from animals to famous landmarks and beautiful landscapes. If you want to explore more themes, you can click on More Images.
Step 3: Here, you'll find a variety of backgrounds to set for Gmail. Additionally, you can click on My Photos to choose images you've uploaded to Google Photos.
In the My Photos section, you'll find your profile picture and photo albums from Google Photos. Click on the album containing the image you want to set as your background.
Select an image for your Gmail theme and then click on Select below.
Step 4: Click on the background image you want for Gmail, then you'll see Gmail offering additional customization options with Text Background, Image Opening, or Blur at the bottom of the interface.
Adjust the slider so you can customize the intensity for each element, allowing you to use different levels of strength depending on individual preferences.
Step 5: After selecting and customizing the background image, click the Save button below to save the new Gmail background.
The Gmail interface has now been altered:
This is the appearance of the Gmail inbox after applying the new interface.
With just a few simple steps, you can change the background for your Gmail inbox. Hopefully, these Gmail themes will add more excitement to your Gmail experience. Additionally, you can explore How to Sign Up for Gmail Business to create a professional email account for your work.
- Reference: How to Register for Gmail Business