In modern apps, having the ability to send emails to users is essential. Glide provides multiple ways to achieve this, including Compose Email, Send Email, and Send Email from Gmail Integration. These features can be accessed in Workflows, but they function differently.
1. Compose Email
The Compose Email workflow opens the default email app on the user's device (e.g., Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail). Since the email is sent manually by the user, it does not count as an update in Glide. This method is useful when you want users to review or modify the email before sending it.
2. Send Email (Glide's Built-in Feature)
The Send Email workflow in Glide allows you to send an email directly from the app. This method is automated, meaning the email is sent instantly without requiring the user to open their email client. However, it consumes Glide updates, so usage should be planned accordingly.
3. Send Email from Gmail Integration
If your Glide app is connected to Gmail via integration, you can use the Send Email from Gmail workflow to send emails directly from your Gmail account. Like Glide's Send Email feature, this method also costs updates.
Key Differences at a Glance
Feature | How It Works | Costs Updates? |
Compose Email | Opens the user's email app for manual sending | ❌ No |
Send Email (Glide) | Sends email directly from Glide | ✅ Yes |
Send Email (Gmail) | Sends email via Gmail integration | ✅ Yes |
Each method serves a unique purpose, so choose the one that best fits your app's needs! 🚀