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How to Check Gmail from Your iPhone Home Screen Using a Widget

How to Check Gmail from Your iPhone Home Screen Using a Widget

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iOS releases bring a myriad of changes with each feature update and iOS 14 was no exception. One notable addition was widgets and the ability for third-party developers to add widgets to the home screen.

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Google was one of the first to seize the opportunity, but unfortunately the widget was simply a collection of one-tap shortcuts to various quick actions in the Gmail app, with no previews of your emails. The company recently updated the widget to add more functionality, and here's everything you need to know about it.

You’ll need to meet a few requirements to use the new Gmail widget on your iOS or iPadOS device. You can then use the guide if everything is in order.

Tap and hold on your home screen to enter editing mode. Now tap the '+' icon in the top right corner of your screen.