Save Email to Google Drive (Easiest Way in 2025)

In this article, we will learn how to save emails to Google Drive by uploading them as PDF files. Simply follow the steps below.

How to Save Emails to Google Drive

Follow the steps below to save an email to Google Drive, assuming you are using Gmail, which is a common setup for many Google Drive users.

1. Open the Email You Want to Save

Click on the email to open it and view its contents. With the email open, click on the printer icon located at the top right corner of the email. This action will open the print dialog.

2. Save the Email as a PDF

In the print dialog, change the destination printer to Save as PDF. Adjust the layout and settings if necessary. Then click on Save and choose where you want to save the file on your local computer.

3. Upload the PDF to Google Drive

Open a new tab in your browser and go to Google Drive (www.drive.google.com). Select the + New button on the left-hand side of the screen and choose File upload from the drop-down menu.

4. Save and Organize the File

Locate the PDF file you saved in the previous step and select it for upload. Once the file is uploaded, you can see it in your Google Drive. You can rename it, move it to a specific folder, or share it as needed.

5. Make the File Available Offline (optional)

If you want your email saved in Google Drive to be available offline, click on the three vertical dots on the right side of the file. From the drop-down menu, select Make available offline.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to save a Gmail email to Google Drive. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our article on how to save gmail attachments to Google Drive and how to save shared files on Google Drive.