Inbox

Emails from Gmail help you to:• Customize your window• Get Gmail on your phone• Learn about cool Gmail features

Compose an Email

Compose a new email here.

RECIPIENT EMAIL ADDRESS HERE

BRIEF SUBJECT HERE

TYPE YOUR MESSAGE HERE

Attach a FileAttach a file here

Browse for the

file.

Search Feature

The Gmail search feature allows you to find an email quickly and easily.

Type in the name of the sender or subject and options will show up.

Advanced Search Feature

Select the drop-down arrow to receive advanced search options.

LabelsLABELS are folders for organizing saved emails.

To create labels first check off the emails you want to file.(Choose all the Gmail team emails.) Then click on the MOVE TO

icon. Go to CREATE NEW.

Defining Labels

Name the Label “Technology”

All selected emails are now filed in a folder called “Technology”

Proper Email Etiquette

“We all interact with the printed word as though it has a personality, and that personality makes positive or negative impressions.”

“Your communication can easily be misinterpreted by your reader, so it is crucial that you follow the basic rules of etiquette to construct an appropriate tone.”

STM Email Policy

Policy #1:Email between students and faculty/staff should occur through the STM email system only.

• You should never use your personal email account.

Policy #2:Check email daily and respond in a timely manner.

• You will receive emails often from your teachers, librarians and the Technology Department.

• Not checking email is NO EXCUSE for missed work.

STM Email Policy

Policy #3:Pay attention to your audience; use the same respect and formality in an email that you would use in person.

Policy #4:Always include a brief subject line that includes the topic to be discussed.

Policy #5:Keep messages brief and to the point.

STM Email PolicyPolicy #6:Use proper salutation or greeting and complimentary closing.

• Examples of salutations: Good morning, Greetings, Dear . . .• Examples of closing: Sincerely, Cordially, Regards

Policy #7:Using ALL CAPS should be avoided because it suggests you are shouting.

Policy #8:Pay attention to grammar and spelling.

STM Email PolicyPolicy #9:Do not overuse REPLY TO ALL.

Policy #10:Never forward chain letters or junk mail.

• It bogs down the school email system.• They often carry viruses.

Policy #11:Never open email attachments from people you do not know.

• They often carry viruses.

Inappropriate Email

Google Calendar

Accessing Calendar

Access the the Apps panel from the top-right of the Gmail window.

Google CalendarGoogle calendar is user friendly and a great

way to keep yourself organized.

Google Calendar automatically creates a

personal calendar for you.

Adding Events

Select Month & Day(Choose August 15)

What: Big Tent Revival

Select EDIT EVENT to add time & locationLocation: STM Mall; Time: 6-9 p.m.

Questions?