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How to Forward an Email as an Attachment in Gmail

Attach an original email message to a new Gmail message.

Quick Answer

Select the message in Gmail on the web and use More → Forward as attachment.

Step by Step

  1. Open the relevant email account or application.
  2. Select the message in Gmail on the web and use More → Forward as attachment.
  3. Review the result carefully before making any permanent deletion, forwarding, or account change.
  4. Confirm the change worked from the mailbox or settings page.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Menu names can differ between web, desktop, mobile, classic, and newer versions of an email application.
  • For business or managed accounts, administrator policies can restrict some settings.