How to change your Gmail theme Print

Changing your Gmail theme is a quick way to personalize your inbox appearance. Here’s how to do it in just a few steps:

 How to Change Your Gmail Theme (Desktop/Web Version)

1. Open Gmail

   • Go to https://mail.google.com and sign in.

2. Click the Gear Icon

   • In the top-right corner, click the âš™ï¸ Settings icon.

3. Select "See All Settings" → OR → Click “Themesâ€

   • In the drop-down panel, click “View all†or “Themes†if it appears directly.

   • You’ll see a grid of theme options (default, light, dark, nature photos, custom uploads, etc.)

4. Choose a Theme

   • Click on any image or theme to preview it.

   • Some themes allow customization:

     • Text background: Light or dark.

     • Vignette: Adds shading to corners.

     • Blur: Softens background image.

5. Click “Save†to apply the theme.

 

 Use Your Own Photo as a Gmail Theme

1. While choosing a theme, click “My Photosâ€.

2. Select a photo from your Google Photos, or upload a new one.

3. Adjust settings (blur, vignette, text color) as needed.

4. Click Save.

 

 On Mobile (Android/iOS Gmail App)

• Gmail apps do not support custom themes.

• However, you can toggle between:

  • Light mode

  • Dark mode

To do this:

• Go to Gmail app → Menu (☰) → Settings → General settings → Theme