How To Download And Install Gmail As A Desktop App?

To download and install Gmail as a desktop app, although there is no official Gmail desktop app, you can create a shortcut using Google Chrome on both macOS and Windows platforms. Follow these steps:

For Mac OS:

1. Open Gmail in your Chrome browser.
2. Click the three vertical dots (⋮) in the upper right corner, then select More tools → Create shortcut.
3. Name the shortcut (e.g., 'Gmail'), ensure the "Open as window" checkbox is selected, and click Create.
4. Locate the newly created Gmail icon in your dock.
5. Right-click (or control + click) on the icon and choose Options → Keep in Dock, ensuring the icon remains visible.

If you want to add a Gmail icon directly onto your desktop:

1. Navigate to Macintosh HD → Users → [Your Username] → Applications → Chrome Apps.
2. Right-click on the Gmail desktop icon and choose Copy "Gmail" (or drag it to your desktop).
3. Right-click anywhere on your desktop and choose Paste Item.

For Windows:

1. Open Gmail in your Chrome browser.
2. Click the three vertical dots (⋮), then select More tools → Create shortcut.
3. Name the shortcut (e.g., 'Gmail') and ensure the "Open as window" checkbox is selected; click Create.
4. Right-click on the Start button and choose Pin to Start to place the shortcut on the Start Menu, or Pin to Taskbar to put it on the taskbar.

For enabling offline mode in Gmail:

1. Go to Gmail settings by clicking the cogwheel icon and choosing Settings.
2. Select the Offline tab at the top.
3. Check the box for Enable offline mail. Choose your desired settings for storing emails offline.

Remember, this setup provides a convenient shortcut rather than a fully featured standalone desktop app. Other third-party email clients may provide alternative solutions for managing Gmail alongside other services.