Friday, April 20, 2018

Google Mail Checker

Google Mail Checker

An extension that will show you if you have gmail messages  
In case you have not heard, Green will be switching to Gmail on May 21st.  Training at GPS and GIS for teachers has already occurred and training for GMS, GHS, and Greenwood is coming.  Today I would like to introduce to you an extension that may prove to be helpful after May 21st. The extension is called “Google Mail Checker” and it lives in the extension area of your Chrome browser.  Once added this extension will give you a visual cue letting you know that you have new emails. You can also launch Gmail by clicking on the extension making it the fastest way to get into your gmail account.
How to install:
  1. Open your Chrome browser
  2. Login to your Google Account
  3. Access the “Web Store”
    1. On a Laptop or Desktop computer you simply click the Apps Button in the upper left corner .  Then click “Web Store”
    2. On a Chromebook click the circle in the lower left corner.  Then Click “Web Store” . You may have to scroll to see the “Web Store” app.
  4. In the “Web Store” type “Google Mail Checker” in the search box, then Search.
  5. Click the “+ADD TO CHROME” button
  6. Click “Add extension”
That is it, your extension is added in the upper right portion of your browser.  It now keep track of your Gmail account and let you know if you receive email. If you want to see the email simply click on the extension and your gmail will load.
For more helpful information and the archive of previous Check This Out! Digests, go to http://www.greenlocalschools.org/technology.aspx

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Green Local Schools
Tech Integration Team