How to save Gmail emails to Google Drive

To save a single email to Google Drive, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the email you want to save to Google Drive.
  2. Click on the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner.
  3. Click on ‘Print’ from the drop-down menu.
  4. Select ‘Save as PDF’ from the Destination menu in the Print window.
  5. Click on the ‘Save’ button, and choose your desired location to save the PDF.
  6. Navigate to your Google Drive and open the folder where you want to save the email.
  7. Drag and drop the PDF file into the folder.

This process is straightforward and easy to follow. However, there are some additional tips and techniques you can use to make the process even smoother.

Using Google Chrome

By using Google Chrome as your browser, you can save some additional steps. Instead of selecting ‘Print’ and navigating to the Print window, you can use the built-in Chrome PDF viewer to save the email as a PDF.

  1. Open the email you want to save to Google Drive.
  2. Click on the Print icon in the top right corner.
  3. Select ‘Save as PDF’ from the Destination menu.
  4. Choose your desired location to save the PDF.
  5. Navigate to your Google Drive and open the folder where you want to save the email.
  6. Drag and drop the PDF file into the folder.

Using Gmail Add-Ons

There are various Gmail add-ons you can use to automate the process of saving emails to Google Drive. Some popular options include:

  • Save Emails and Attachments: This add-on automatically saves emails and their attachments to Google Drive. You can save them to a specific folder or organise them into folders based on keywords.
  • Copy Folder: This add-on lets you copy an entire folder of emails, including attachments, to Google Drive.

Using Rules and Filters

Rules and filters in Gmail can be used to save specific emails to Google Drive automatically. Here’s how:

  1. In Gmail, click the Settings icon in the top right corner and select ‘See all settings.’
  2. Click on the ‘Filters and Blocked Addresses’ tab.
  3. Click on ‘Create a new filter.’
  4. Enter the criteria for the filter (such as the sender or subject line), and click on ‘Create filter.’
  5. Check the box next to ‘Skip the Inbox (Archive it)’ and select ‘Apply the label:’
  6. Create a new label called ‘Google Drive’ (or choose an existing one).
  7. Click on ‘Create filter.’
  8. Navigate to your Google Drive and open the folder where you want to save the email.
  9. The email will automatically be saved to the folder when it arrives in your inbox.

We hope this comprehensive guide has helped you save a single email to Google Drive with ease. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us.