> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.sendspark.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Instant Integration: Gmail

> Set up the Sendspark Gmail extension to record and share personalized video emails directly from Gmail. Quick, easy integration guide.

The Sendspark Gmail extension makes it easy to record and share videos right from Gmail. Install the Sendspark Chrome Extension and the Sendspark logo appears in your Gmail compose window. Click it to record a new video, finish by clicking the extension icon in your browser toolbar, then click Insert Video to add an animated GIF preview to your email.

## Key takeaways

* You must have the Sendspark Chrome Extension installed and be using a Chrome browser to see the Sendspark icon in Gmail.
* The Sendspark logo appears in the options at the bottom of your Gmail email draft.
* Recipients see an animated GIF preview of your video and click it to watch the full video in their browser, because Gmail does not support embedded video.
* If you edit the video page, you leave Gmail for Sendspark and then [copy and paste your video into Gmail](/gmail-send-video-emails) instead of using Insert Video.

The Sendspark Gmail extension makes it easy to record share videos right from Gmail emails. Watch the video, or read the article below!

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## Before you get started:

Please install the [Sendspark Chrome Extension](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/sendspark-video-and-scree/blimjkpadkhcpmkeboeknjcmiaogbkph) to use the Gmail integration.

As long as you have the Chrome Extension installed, you’ll automatically be able to access Sendspark from Gmail.

Install Chrome Extension

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## 1. Click the Sendspark Icon in Gmail

Create a **new email in Gmail**. You’ll see the Sendspark logo appear in the options at the bottom of your email draft.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/sendspark/KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO/images/5648721/30a79f6f-ISG-WLeNNgNfgaPe8bUET-_-zhlja2gArjaodRCQn4M9MXsWsY0NKjjK8xHvqbEUvQCNxM35HdaVn-ukNiVHBnHqDjSLnn5vt0f7Dpn-d5TKmBnOtXxb7RMpc2veMxscc2HBXT4T_s0.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO&q=85&s=e2eb547368773d18d95490d78a9df569" alt="Gmail compose window with Sendspark logo icon in the toolbar options" width="1124" height="142" data-path="images/5648721/30a79f6f-ISG-WLeNNgNfgaPe8bUET-_-zhlja2gArjaodRCQn4M9MXsWsY0NKjjK8xHvqbEUvQCNxM35HdaVn-ukNiVHBnHqDjSLnn5vt0f7Dpn-d5TKmBnOtXxb7RMpc2veMxscc2HBXT4T_s0.png" />

**Note:** you must have the [Sendspark chrome extension](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/sendspark-video-and-scree/blimjkpadkhcpmkeboeknjcmiaogbkph/related?hl=en-US) installed and be using a Chrome browser to see the Sendspark icon.

## 2. Record a New Video

Click **Record new video**.

This will launch the Sendspark Chrome Extension, so you can record a video of yourself or your screen.

Alternatively, you can choose to insert your last recording, or view your video library on [Sendspark](https://sendspark.com/my-videos).

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/sendspark/KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO/images/5648721/3f87540d-GLz8uZs31qYfwO1PA-XIDf-Ot95_ZJtYgDzEQH_4XWBE1xLzUeaqNEt5pTREk6wSIzzKXKROt-OvXFNOy-9dJuSG1jmCRkHCg20-sebr62hVSCQdZKIqQ7wrI7BVzVbrMCu--nGi_s0.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO&q=85&s=6c3dae55545aee6472754bc2e42d27f9" alt="Sendspark popup menu showing Record new video and other video options" width="1014" height="416" data-path="images/5648721/3f87540d-GLz8uZs31qYfwO1PA-XIDf-Ot95_ZJtYgDzEQH_4XWBE1xLzUeaqNEt5pTREk6wSIzzKXKROt-OvXFNOy-9dJuSG1jmCRkHCg20-sebr62hVSCQdZKIqQ7wrI7BVzVbrMCu--nGi_s0.png" />

## 3. Complete Recording

To end your video, **click the Sendspark Chrome Extension icon** on the top right of your browser.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/sendspark/KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO/images/5809352/c327b16f-S6TIIVgdBXX0OYPIohqqGTwagqWJOmoltVnRPoOS_LBobgEGtwAxomuCvgz60DVVPywyW9sx6BWXh6CsHax_I8VNKGoQecF6NaEbIQGUNAXHAYvjZxbV09SPMbWTZ6Zr_OHPKoRk_s0.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO&q=85&s=a90257790ca8ce7afa2f3e92d51e46f8" alt="Sendspark Chrome Extension icon located in the top right browser toolbar" width="360" height="154" data-path="images/5809352/c327b16f-S6TIIVgdBXX0OYPIohqqGTwagqWJOmoltVnRPoOS_LBobgEGtwAxomuCvgz60DVVPywyW9sx6BWXh6CsHax_I8VNKGoQecF6NaEbIQGUNAXHAYvjZxbV09SPMbWTZ6Zr_OHPKoRk_s0.png" />

This will complete your video recording, and launch a modal for you to preview your video before sharing.

## 4. (Optional) Edit Video Page in Sendspark

You can customize your video before sharing it by clicking **Edit Page**.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/sendspark/KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO/images/5648721/e22a46c2-sPKL0j6xb-C2rmN4trJ1LuWAWMcDeE4uS6pFj7dDJx-L2CPxBstYGj1KVrdgj7NJGbVoO5uexixLLY8KZQvO612L3LFIKvgjadFxVjoMI-4vFZTpo9U8cEQORWCJj-fzKbyD5586_s0.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO&q=85&s=2f38539f85b122de5940f43d9c4f4811" alt="Video preview modal with Edit Page button for customizing video landing page" width="992" height="114" data-path="images/5648721/e22a46c2-sPKL0j6xb-C2rmN4trJ1LuWAWMcDeE4uS6pFj7dDJx-L2CPxBstYGj1KVrdgj7NJGbVoO5uexixLLY8KZQvO612L3LFIKvgjadFxVjoMI-4vFZTpo9U8cEQORWCJj-fzKbyD5586_s0.png" />

This will open your video in a new window, where you can edit the [video landing page](/customize-your-video-landing-page) or [video thumbnail.](/how-to-edit-video-thumbnails)

**Note**: When you edit the page, you’ll leave Gmail and go to Sendspark. Now, instead of inserting your video in Gmail, you'll need to [copy and paste your video into Gmail](/gmail-send-video-emails).

## 5. Insert Your Video in Gmail

Click **Insert Video** to place your video in your email draft.

Your recipients will see an animated GIF preview of your video, and be able to click to watch the full video in their browser.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/sendspark/KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO/images/5648721/1fb1a2d8-3_pb2pBoXT339L3FEkV9pRbvX21EyIhDM8fwpbpCh1y7zKvew9ABVQe5KKCMeGmNpeR5WJAhojGRcOfa-HsE2Auu3X_64YxCSs1qhTjeU3zMwtFQH5ee-CvWZWPJDV77Vhylb1M9_s0.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=KNnOfJ4q0IuvIykO&q=85&s=bb38e5bfc968bfbc7353003a0f2ce4df" alt="Video insertion confirmation dialog with Insert Video button for Gmail email" width="1136" height="1090" data-path="images/5648721/1fb1a2d8-3_pb2pBoXT339L3FEkV9pRbvX21EyIhDM8fwpbpCh1y7zKvew9ABVQe5KKCMeGmNpeR5WJAhojGRcOfa-HsE2Auu3X_64YxCSs1qhTjeU3zMwtFQH5ee-CvWZWPJDV77Vhylb1M9_s0.png" />

## Happy Recording!

That’s it! Shoot us a (video) message if you need help or have questions!

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## Frequently asked questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Do I need the Chrome extension to use Sendspark in Gmail?">
    Yes. You must have the Sendspark Chrome Extension installed and be using a Chrome browser to see the Sendspark icon in your Gmail draft. Once it's installed, you can automatically access Sendspark from Gmail.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How do I stop the recording?">
    Click the Sendspark Chrome Extension icon in the top right of your browser toolbar. This completes the recording and launches a modal where you can preview your video before sharing.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What will my recipients see?">
    When you click Insert Video, your recipients see an animated GIF preview of your video and can click it to watch the full video in their browser.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What happens if I edit the video page before sending?">
    When you click Edit Page, you leave Gmail and go to Sendspark to customize the landing page or thumbnail. From there you insert the video by [copying and pasting it into Gmail](/gmail-send-video-emails) rather than using Insert Video.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

*Updated July 2026.*