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In this article we will discuss about how to get back Old Gmail. Google switched all Gmail accounts to the updated version it released last spring, and now you can’t switch back to “classic Gmail.” People can tell you what they think about the update by clicking the Settings icon in the Gmail window and choosing Send Feedback. Change is scary, especially when it affects a service you use every day.
Google is changing the way Gmail looks to make it more like the changes it has made to its other services. But if you see the new style and don’t like it, you can still keep the old style for a little while longer. No one knows how long this option will be available, but you can go back to the old design with just a few clicks right now.
About 1.5 billion people around the world use Gmail. That’s billion with a B. Google would love it if a lot of these users tried out some of its other free services, like Google Chat, Google Spaces, and Google Meet. In order to do this, they have tried a few different ways to add these services to the Gmail web interface. The most recent attempt, however, has made things a lot messier.
How to get back Old Gmail
- Head to Gmail.com in your browser and sign into your account.
- In the far right corner, you’ll see the Quick Settings cog symbol near your Gmail account icon or the name of your company. Click on it.
- Once you do that, you’ll see a small, rectangular menu pop up to the side, with text that reads, “You’re using the new Gmail view.” Under that, click Go back to the original view.
- A box will pop up asking why you want to go back. There, you can tell the world how much you hate the design, or you can just click Reload and move on with your life.
- Now that you’re done, things should be back to normal. But if you change your mind right after switching back to the old interface, it’s just as easy to switch back to the new one.
How to switch back to the new Gmail design
- After logging into your Gmail account on a browser, click again on the Quick Settings cog symbol in the upper right-hand corner.
- Once more, you’ll see a small, rectangular menu — but this time, with text that reads, “You’re using the original Gmail view.” Click on Try out the new Gmail view.
- Another box will pop up, but it won’t be asking for your feedback this time. Just click Reload, and you should be good to go.
FAQ
Can old Gmail account be recovered?
If you just deleted your Google Account, it may still be possible to get it back. If you can recover your account, you’ll be able to sign in and see your account information as usual. Go to g.co/recover and enter your Gmail address to start. Important: Not all accounts that have been deleted can be brought back.
Why did my Gmail format change?
That’s because Google sent out an automatic update to Gmail that changes the way it looks to make Google’s services, such as Chat, Meet, and Spaces, easier to find. In particular, you can get to them quickly through a bar on the left side of the screen.
How do I get 2 years back in Gmail?
On the left, click on “All Mail” (under the compose button). 3. Hover over “1-50 of…” at the top of the page to see how many emails you have. When you do this, “Oldest” will be a dropdown option. This takes you to the page in your Gmail history that is the oldest.
How can I contact Google to recover my account?
Go to g.co/recover and enter your Gmail address to start. If you can, try the following to help you get better: Sign into your account with a computer, smartphone, or tablet you’ve used before. Use the browser you normally use, such as Chrome or Safari.