How To Change Your Gmail Name - Full Guide

Summary

This video provides a step-by-step guide on how to change your name in Gmail. It explains two methods: updating your Gmail sender name for outgoing emails only, or changing your entire Google account name, which updates your name across all Google services. The tutorial walks you through accessing Gmail settings, editing your display name under 'Send mail as,' and managing your Google account personal info to update your full name. Clear instructions and visual cues make it easy for viewers to quickly update their information, whether for email communication or a broader Google account identity change.

Takeaways

• 😀 There are two ways to change your name in Gmail: updating just your Gmail sender name or updating your entire Google account name.
• 😀 To change your Gmail sender name, click the gear icon in the top right corner of Gmail.
• 😀 Select 'See all settings' from the quick settings menu to access full settings options.
• 😀 Navigate to the 'Accounts and Import' tab to manage your email sending options.
• 😀 Under 'Send mail as,' you can view your current display name and email address.
• 😀 Click 'Edit info' next to your email to update your Gmail display name.
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• 😀 Enter the desired display name and click 'Save Changes' to apply it to outgoing emails.
• 😀 Changing your Gmail display name does not affect your overall Google account name.
• 😀 To change your Google account name, click your profile icon and select 'Manage your Google Account.'
• 😀 In your Google Account, go to 'Personal info' and then click 'Name' to edit it.
• 😀 Updating your Google account name will reflect across all Google services linked to your account.
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Q & A

What are the two ways to change a name in Gmail according to the video?

You can either change just your Gmail sender (display) name or change the name associated with your entire Google account.

How do you change your Gmail sender name only?

Click the gear icon in Gmail, select 'See all settings,' go to 'Accounts and Import,' under 'Send mail as' click 'Edit info,' enter your new name, and click 'Save Changes.'

Where in Gmail can you find the option to edit your sender name?

In the 'Accounts and Import' tab under 'Send mail as' in Gmail settings.

What is the difference between changing the Gmail sender name and the Google account name?

Changing the Gmail sender name only affects the name recipients see when you send emails, while changing the Google account name updates your name across all Google services.

How do you change the name of your entire Google account?

Click your profile icon, select 'Manage your Google Account,' go to 'Personal info,' click on 'Name,' enter your new name, and click 'Save.'

Will changing your Gmail sender name affect your Google Drive or YouTube account name?

No, changing only your Gmail sender name does not affect other Google services.

Which Gmail settings section contains the 'Send mail as' option?

The 'Accounts and Import' section contains the 'Send mail as' option.

Why might someone want to change only their Gmail sender name instead of their Google account name?

They might want the display name on emails to be different for professional or personal reasons without changing their name across all Google services.

Can you change your Google account name from a mobile device?

Yes, by accessing your Google Account settings through the mobile app or browser, you can navigate to 'Personal info' and update your name.

What should you do after entering a new name in either Gmail or Google account settings?

Click 'Save' to apply the changes.

Where is the 'Personal info' section located in Google account settings?

It is located in the left-hand menu when you access 'Manage your Google Account.'