You can learn how to change the name that appears when you send an email from Gmail.You can change your name on both the desktop version of Gmail and the mobile app, but only three times per 90 days.You can't change your email address.
Step 1: Go to Gmail.
You can find it in your computer's web browser.If you're logging in, this will open your inbox.When prompted, enter your email address and password.
Step 2: The icon is shaped like a gear.
It's on the right side of the inbox.A menu will appear.
Step 3: Click on the settings you want to modify.
The drop-down menu has this option in it.The settings page opens if you do that.
Step 4: You can click accounts and import.
There is a tab at the top of the page.
Step 5: You can click on the edit info.
It's next to the "Send mail as" section of the settings page.A menu will open.
Step 6: The blank text field has a box next to it.
There are two boxes from the top.
Step 7: You can type in your preferred name.
The name you want to use should be typed in the blank text field.
Step 8: You can save changes.
It is at the bottom of the window.It saves your name change and closes the window.
Step 9: Go to Gmail.
To do so, tap the Gmail app icon, which looks like a red "M" on a white background.When prompted, you will need to enter your email address and password.
Step 10: You can tap.
It is in the left corner of the screen.There will be a pop-out menu.
Step 11: Go to the settings and scroll down.
The pop-out menu has this option near it.
Step 12: You can select your account.
You can change the name of the account by using the email address.
Step 13: You can manage your account by tapping on it.
It is at the top of the menu.On the phone, tap.
Step 14: Personal info and privacy can be accessed.
There is an option near the top of the page.At the top of the screen, tap.
Step 15: You can tap your name.
There is a text box near the top of the page.
Step 16: Enter the password for your account.
When prompted, type in the password for your email address.
Step 17: You can tap the "Edit" icon.
To the right of your name is a pencil-shaped icon.The pop-up menu will appear if you do that.
Step 18: Your new name will be entered.
The first and last text boxes are where you should type your name.
Step 19: Go and do it.
It is at the bottom of the window.
Step 20: When prompted, tap Confirmation.
This will let you know that you can only change your name twice in the next 90 days.