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How to Send Large File Attachments in Gmail

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  1. Start composing a new email

    In Gmail, click Compose to open a new message window.

  2. Click the Google Drive icon

    Click the Google Drive icon next to the paperclip attachment icon.

  3. Select the large file to send

    Choose the file stored in Drive that you want to send.

  4. Set the sharing permission

    Make sure the link's sharing permission is set to at least viewer access so the recipient can open the file.

  5. Why this helps

    It lets you send files well over Gmail's standard attachment limit (25MB) simply by sharing a Drive link instead.

Getting an attachment-size-exceeded error?

If you've hit a size-exceeded error trying to attach a high-resolution photo or a long video file, try sharing a cloud storage link instead of attaching the file directly.

Double-check your file's sharing settings

It's worth confirming the sharing settings on the file itself as well, since a link is only useful to the recipient if the permission actually allows them to view or download it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the recipient open the file even without an account on the same platform?

If you set the sharing permission to "anyone with the link," the recipient can view the file using just the link, without needing an account.

Can I send several large files at once?

Yes. Clicking the Drive icon and selecting multiple files at once lets you attach several links to a single email.