How to use 'Help Me Write' in Gmail: Step-by-step guide

If you're seeking ways get help while drafting a email on Gmail, don't worry, as Google has added 'Help Me Write' feature that makes drafting emails quicker and easier. The feature is part of Google's effort to add AI features to everyday apps. It works directly inside Gmail, so there is nothing extra to install.

According to Google, the 'Help Me Write' feature in Gmail acts like a built-in AI writing helper powered by Google's Gemini models. It is designed to take some of the pressure off when you are unsure how to start an email or how to phrase something clearly. 

Here's how you can use 'Help Me Write' feature in Gmail?.

1. Open Gmail on your device. If you are on a computer, click the Compose button to start a new email or open an existing message to reply. On a mobile device, tap the Compose icon at the bottom right of the screen.
2. Make sure the email compose window is open. You should see the text field where you normally type your message.
3. Look for the Help me write option at the bottom of the compose window. It may appear as text or as an icon that looks like a star with a pencil.
4. Tap or click Help me write to activate the feature. A prompt box will appear on the screen.
5. In the prompt box, describe the email you want to write. Mention who the email is for, what it is about, and the tone you want, such as formal, polite, or friendly.
6. Tap or click the Create button to let Gmail generate a draft based on your prompt.
7. Read through the generated draft carefully to see if it matches what you want to say.
8. If you like the draft, choose the Insert option to add it to the email body.
9. If the draft needs changes, use the refine options to make it more formal, add more details, shorten it, or polish the wording. You can also edit the text directly.
10. Once you are satisfied with the message, add the recipient's email address and a subject line.
11. Review the email one last time, then click or tap Send to deliver it.

'Help Me Write' feature works on desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones and requires an active Google account or an eligible Google Workspace subscription.