When you send messages in Gmail, you can attach files from Google Drive, such as documents and photos. If the file exceeds the Gmail size limit, or if you want to collaborate on it with others, attach it from Drive.
Send a Google Drive attachment
Note: If you're on Gmail Go, you can't send Drive attachments. Instead, copy and paste the Drive link into your email.
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Gmail app
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- Tap Compose
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- Tap Attach
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- Tap Insert from Drive.
- Tap the file you want to add.
- Tap Select.
- Tap Send
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.Sharing settings for Google Drive files
When you attach a Google Drive file to a message, Gmail checks to see if your recipients have access to the file. If they don't, you'll be prompted to change the sharing settings of the file before you send your message.