How to Change Adobe Send Email Account from Outlook to Gmail
Question details
The user needs to switch the default email service used for sending files in Adobe from Microsoft Outlook to Gmail.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Sharing or sending PDF documents directly from the Adobe application via email.
- Observed behavior
- Adobe currently uses Outlook as the default email client for sending documents, and the user wants to configure it to use Gmail instead.
Ensure you are connected to the internet and have your Gmail login credentials available, as you will need to authorize Adobe to access your Gmail account.
Update Email Accounts in Adobe Acrobat Preferences
Modify the default email application directly within Adobe Acrobat settings so it uses Gmail instead of Outlook for sending files.
By default, Adobe Acrobat uses your system's default email application (often Outlook). You can override this behavior by adding your webmail account directly into Acrobat's preferences.
Launch the Adobe Acrobat application on your computer and open any PDF document.
Go to the "Edit" menu at the top of the window and select "Preferences" from the dropdown list. Alternatively, you can press Ctrl+K (Windows) or Cmd+K (Mac).
In the left-hand pane of the Preferences dialog box, scroll down and select "Email Accounts".
Click on the "Add Account" button on the right side, select "Gmail" from the list of providers, and enter your Gmail email address.
Once the Gmail account is added to the list, select it and click the "Make Default" button. Click "OK" to save your changes. When you next send an email, a browser window may prompt you to grant Adobe access to your Gmail account.
Change Your Primary Adobe ID Email Address
Use this solution if your goal is to change the primary email address associated with your Adobe account profile from an Outlook address to a Gmail address.
Send PDFs via Email Seamlessly with WPS Office
WPS Office offers a powerful, built-in PDF editor that makes it incredibly easy to view, edit, and share your PDF documents via your preferred email client, including Gmail, without complex configurations.
- 1. Open PDF in WPS Office: Launch WPS Office and open the PDF document you wish to send.
- 2. Click the Share Button: Locate and click on the "Share" button in the top right corner of the toolbar.
- 3. Select Email: From the sharing options menu, choose "Email" to generate an attachment.
- 4. Choose Your Email Provider: Select your preferred email client, such as Gmail, to automatically open a new compose window with the PDF attached.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Adobe still open Outlook when I click send?
If Acrobat still opens Outlook after changing the in-app preferences, your computer's operating system may be forcing its default mail client. On Windows, go to Settings > Apps > Default apps, and set your default email app to Google Chrome or a dedicated Gmail desktop app.
Can I use other webmail services besides Gmail in Adobe Send?
Yes, Adobe Acrobat allows you to add various webmail accounts such as Yahoo. You can configure them by going to Edit > Preferences > Email Accounts, clicking 'Add Account', and selecting 'Other' to input the specific IMAP/SMTP server details.
Will changing my Adobe ID email affect my current subscription?
No, changing the email address associated with your Adobe ID simply updates your login credentials and contact information. Your active subscriptions, billing history, and saved cloud files will remain perfectly intact.
