Accounts and MessagingSet up accounts on your tablet, to synchronize information between your tablet and accounts.GoogleMany of your tablet’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangouts™, and theGoogle Play Store, require a Google Account. To use these applications, you must set up yourGoogle Account on your tablet. Setting up your account on your tablet syncs your tablet andyour online Google Account.Set Up Your Google Account on Your DeviceWhen you set up your Google Account on your device, you have access to Google apps andinformation on the device.1. Press and touch > Settings.2. Touch Add account > Google > Existing.3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create sign in to your account.Create a Google AccountIf you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one online or using your tablet.Note: Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features, such as Google Play Store,you do not have to use Gmail as the default email account for your tablet.Create a Google Account Online1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate to google.com.2. On the main page, click Sign in > Create an account.3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your free account.Create a Google Account Using Your Tablet1. Press and touch > Settings.2. Touch Add account > Google > New.3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your free account.Access GmailBelow are procedures for accessing your Gmail account.Accounts and Messaging 34
