Using EmailShot on Mobile (iPhone & Android)

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EmailShot works with the official Gmail app on both iOS and Android. Add-on icons aren't immediately obvious in the mobile app, so here's exactly where to find EmailShot.

How to Use EmailShot on Mobile

Google Workspace Add-on icons appear in a horizontal row at the bottom of an open message. To create a new EmailShot on your iPhone or Android:

  1. Open the Gmail app on your iPhone or Android device
  2. Select the email you want to screenshot
  3. Scroll to the bottom of the email
  4. Look for the EmailShot icon in the row of add-on icons
  5. Tap the EmailShot icon to open the interface
  6. Follow the on-screen prompts to capture your Gmail screenshot

Watch this animated guide to see the process in action:

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Troubleshooting: EmailShot Icon Not Visible

If you've just installed EmailShot and the icon doesn't appear when trying to take a Gmail screenshot on your iPhone or Android, don't worry. This is a known issue that we've reported to Google. The simple fix is to:

  1. Close the Gmail app completely
  2. Restart the Gmail app on your iPhone or Android device
  3. The EmailShot icon should now be visible for taking your email screenshot

For more information on Google Workspace Add-ons in Gmail, see the official documentation.

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