Format your messages

To change the appearance of your Gmail messages, use formatting options.

Want to get more out of Google apps at work or school?  Sign up for a Google Workspace trial at no charge.

Format your message

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Gmail app .
2. At the bottom right, tap Compose.
3. Add text to your message.
4. Double-tap the text that you want to format.
5. Tap Format.
6. Select a formatting option:
   • Bold
   • Italic
   • Underline
   • Text colour
   • Background colour
   • Clear formatting

Change font size

1. On your Android phone or tablet, update the font size from Settings.
2. Open the Gmail app .