Easy Tech TutsHow to Connect Gmail to Asana, Easy Integration 2026
By Impran M N
Turning email requests into trackable work is one of the biggest time-savers project managers ask for, and the Asana for Gmail add-on does exactly that from inside your inbox. This guide covers installing the add-on, connecting your account, and converting an email thread into a fully detailed Asana task.
01Install the Asana add-on from Google Workspace Marketplace
Open the Google Workspace Marketplace from Gmail and search for the official Asana for Gmail add-on to install it.
02Authenticate your Asana account
Grant the add-on permission to access your Asana workspace so it can create and update tasks on your behalf.
03Open an email and launch the Asana panel
Click into any email thread and open the Asana side panel that appears to start capturing task details from that message.
04Review the auto-mapped fields
The add-on automatically maps the email subject line to the task title and the email body to the task description, so check that the details carried over correctly.
05Assign, date, and file the task
Set the assignee, due date, and target project directly from the Gmail side panel, then confirm the task appears in your Asana dashboard.
Frequently asked questions
Can I attach the original email to the Asana task?
Yes, the add-on lets you attach files from the email thread when creating the task.
Does this work with any email, or just specific senders?
It works with any email thread in your Gmail inbox once the add-on is installed and connected.
Will replies to the email update the Asana task automatically?
The integration is built around converting the initial email into a task; ongoing replies generally need to be added manually as comments or updates.
Is the Gmail add-on free to use?
Installing the add-on itself is free, though creating and managing tasks still depends on your existing Asana plan.
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