--- title: How to Send an Email Newsletter in Gmail description: Did you know Gmail actually has built-in email newsletter templates? image: https://www.hireawriter.us/hubfs/HAW%20blog%20-%202024-09-23T160201.001.png --- [Skip to the main content.](https://www.hireawriter.us/business/how-to-send-an-email-newsletter-in-gmail#main-content) [![Untitled design (90)](https://www.hireawriter.us/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(90).png?width=500&height=500&name=Untitled%20design%20(90).png "Untitled design (90)")](http://hireawriter.us) [![Untitled design (90)](https://www.hireawriter.us/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(90).png?width=500&height=500&name=Untitled%20design%20(90).png "Untitled design (90)")](http://hireawriter.us) - [FOR BUSINESSES](https://www.hireawriter.us/for-businesses) - [SEO COPYWRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/seo-copywriting) - [SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT](https://www.hireawriter.us/social-media-services) - [WEBSITE COPYWRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/website-copywriting) - [LEAD GEN COPYWRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/lead-generation-copywriting) - [MARKETING STRATEGY](https://www.hireawriter.us/marketing-strategy) - [FOR AGENCIES](https://www.hireawriter.us/agency-partnership) - [WHITE LABELED COPYWRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/white-labeled-copywriting) - [FRACTIONAL SEO LEADERSHIP](https://www.hireawriter.us/fractional-seo-leadership) - [TECHNICAL SEO](https://www.hireawriter.us/technical-seo) - [TRAINING](https://www.hireawriter.us/training) - [ABOUT HAW](https://www.hireawriter.us/about) - [JOBS](https://www.hireawriter.us/hire-a-writer-jobs) - [LEARN](https://www.hireawriter.us/learn) - [LEARN SEO](https://www.hireawriter.us/seo) - [LEARN BUSINESS CONTENT](https://www.hireawriter.us/business) - [LEARN SOCIAL MEDIA](https://www.hireawriter.us/social) - [LEARN STORYTELLING](https://www.hireawriter.us/storytelling) - [LEARN CREATIVE WRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/creative) - [LEARN TECHNICAL WRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/technical-content) - [LEARN FREELANCE WRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/freelance) - [CONTACT](https://www.hireawriter.us/contact) Search Toggle Menu Search Toggle Menu - [FOR BUSINESSES](https://www.hireawriter.us/for-businesses) - [SEO COPYWRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/seo-copywriting) - [SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT](https://www.hireawriter.us/social-media-services) - [WEBSITE COPYWRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/website-copywriting) - [LEAD GEN COPYWRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/lead-generation-copywriting) - [MARKETING STRATEGY](https://www.hireawriter.us/marketing-strategy) - [FOR AGENCIES](https://www.hireawriter.us/agency-partnership) - [WHITE LABELED COPYWRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/white-labeled-copywriting) - [FRACTIONAL SEO LEADERSHIP](https://www.hireawriter.us/fractional-seo-leadership) - [TECHNICAL SEO](https://www.hireawriter.us/technical-seo) - [TRAINING](https://www.hireawriter.us/training) - [ABOUT HAW](https://www.hireawriter.us/about) - [JOBS](https://www.hireawriter.us/hire-a-writer-jobs) - [LEARN](https://www.hireawriter.us/learn) - [LEARN SEO](https://www.hireawriter.us/seo) - [LEARN BUSINESS CONTENT](https://www.hireawriter.us/business) - [LEARN SOCIAL MEDIA](https://www.hireawriter.us/social) - [LEARN STORYTELLING](https://www.hireawriter.us/storytelling) - [LEARN CREATIVE WRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/creative) - [LEARN TECHNICAL WRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/technical-content) - [LEARN FREELANCE WRITING](https://www.hireawriter.us/freelance) - [CONTACT](https://www.hireawriter.us/contact) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Hireawriteronline) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/joywriteryouell/) [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/hireawriter/) [X](https://www.hireawriter.us/business/how-to-send-an-email-newsletter-in-gmail#0) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8sZOTANgCCjtn29m4J0Z6A) [Medium](https://medium.com/hireawriter) [Tiktok](https://www.tiktok.com/@joyyouell) [Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/joyfromhireawriter/) 2 min read # How to Send an Email Newsletter in Gmail [![Picture of Writing Team](https://www.hireawriter.us/hubfs/HAW%20Logo%20T%20%26%20White%20square-3.png) Writing Team](https://www.hireawriter.us/business/author/writing-team) : Sep 23, 2024 4:02:30 PM [Emails](https://www.hireawriter.us/business/tag/emails) [Google](https://www.hireawriter.us/business/tag/google) [Content Marketing](https://www.hireawriter.us/business/tag/content-marketing) ![How to Send an Email Newsletter in Gmail](https://www.hireawriter.us/hubfs/HAW%20blog%20-%202024-09-23T160201.001.png) We’ve all seen it: someone sends a mass email but forgets to BCC the recipients. It’s a reminder that Gmail isn’t really built for large-scale email sends. Yet, many people still find ways to make it work for email marketing. There are Chrome extensions and full-featured apps that allow you to run email campaigns directly from Gmail. But did you know Gmail actually has built-in email newsletter templates? It’s a hidden feature, but once you know where to look, it can be a game-changer for small-scale email marketing. Here’s how to get started. ## Table of Contents: - How to Send an [Email Newsletter](https://www.hireawriter.us/business/how-to-boost-your-email-list-with-lead-magnets) in Gmail - Gmail Newsletter Tips - Should You Use Gmail for Email Marketing? ## How to Send an Email Newsletter in Gmail There are two easy ways to send an email newsletter using Gmail: 1. **Use Gmail’s built-in newsletter templates** 2. **Create a newsletter in Google Docs** While Gmail isn’t the ideal platform for [email marketing](https://www.hireawriter.us/business/best-free-email-marketing-services), it can work for small projects like sending out a community update or a school fundraiser announcement. Here's how you can make your newsletters look professional. [![ux writing course](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/24409333/f88518cb-f0ce-4920-a8e4-16abe5dcfbb0.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/24409333/f88518cb-f0ce-4920-a8e4-16abe5dcfbb0) ## How to Use Gmail’s Newsletter Templates If you have a work or school Gmail account, you can customize Gmail’s built-in templates and use the mail merge feature to send newsletters. Unfortunately, if your email ends in @gmail.com, you won’t have access to this feature. Here’s how to get started: 1. Click **Compose** to create a new email. 2. Click the **Select a layout** icon at the bottom of the message box. 3. In the popup, click **Default styling** to customize your layout. You can then edit the following: - **Logos, Colors & Fonts**: Upload your logo, pick a theme color, and select a font. - **Footer Details**: Add your business name and address. - **Links**: Include links to your website or social media accounts. Once your layout is customized, click **Save changes**, and Gmail will apply your branding to all default layouts. 1. Select your desired layout, click **Edit layout**, and customize it with text, buttons, images, and content blocks. 2. When finished, click **Insert** to place your newsletter in the email. 3. To send the newsletter to multiple recipients, click the **Use mail merge** icon, check the **Mail Merge** box, and click **Continue**. 4. Finally, in the popup, click **Send all**. ## Creating a Custom Gmail Newsletter Template If you’re not a fan of [Gmail’s default templates](https://support.google.com/mail/answer/14864208?hl=en), you can create your own: 1. In the **Compose** window, click the **Select a layout** icon. 2. Go to the **My layouts** tab and click **New layout**. 3. Customize your layout and click **Insert** when you’re ready to use it. ## How to Send a Newsletter Using Google Docs Alternatively, you can create a newsletter in Google Docs and copy it into Gmail: 1. Go to **docs.google.com** and click **Template gallery**. 2. Choose a newsletter template or create your own. 3. Customize the content, then copy the newsletter. 4. In Gmail, click **Compose**, paste your newsletter into the email, and use the mail merge option to send it to multiple recipients. ## Gmail Newsletter Tips Here are some tips to keep in mind when sending newsletters from Gmail: - **Customize Your Design**: Gmail’s editor offers more customization than you might think. Check out guides on Google Sites for more advanced formatting options. - **Double-Check Links and Images**: Make sure everything is correct before sending. - **Test Your Newsletter**: Use Gmail’s mail merge feature to send a test email to yourself before hitting "send all." - **Schedule Your Send**: Scheduling your emails ensures they arrive when your audience is most likely to read them. - **Make It Mobile-Friendly**: Check how your newsletter looks on different devices to ensure it displays correctly, especially on mobile. ## Should You Use Gmail for Email Marketing? In short, probably not—Gmail is not built for robust email marketing campaigns. Here’s why: - **Limited Personalization**: Gmail doesn’t offer the same level of customization as dedicated email marketing platforms. - **Basic Contact Management**: There’s no audience segmentation or advanced list management. - **No Analytics**: You can’t track open rates, click-through rates, or other key metrics. - **No Testing Capabilities**: A/B testing isn’t an option. However, Gmail can work in a pinch for small-scale campaigns, like one-time events or simple announcements. But for regular, ongoing email marketing, you’ll want to switch to a dedicated tool. 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