Change Your Display Name in ISU Gmail

This article explains how Idaho State University (ISU) users can change their Gmail display name using either a web browser or the Gmail mobile app. It walks through accessing Google Account settings, navigating to the Personal Info section, and updating the name or nickname, with changes saved through the account settings.

Description

This article provides instructions on how to edit your display name on your ISU Gmail account at Idaho State University (ISU).

Guide Navigation

• Edit your Display Name in a Browser
• Edit your Display Name in the Gmail App

Edit your Display Name in a Browser

1. Go to Gmail (external link).
2. Select your ISU Email or enter it in the Email or phone field.
3. Select Next.
4. Enter your ISU Password.
5. Select Next.
6. Select your Google Account.
7. Select Manage your Google Account.
8. Select the Personal info tab.
9. Select Name in the Personal Info section.
10. Select Name or Nickname to edit.
11. Enter your updated name and click Save.

Note:

• You may also use the alternate instructions provided by Google: Change the name on your Gmail account (external link).
• If you want to add or edit your Email Alias, you can Request New Alias (external link).

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Edit your Display Name in the Gmail App

1. Open your Gmail app.
2. Select your Google Account.
3. Select your ISU Email. 
   • Note: If needed, click Add another account to sign into your ISU email address.
4. Select Manage your Google Account. 
5. Select the Personal ​​​​​​​info tab.
6. Select Name in the Personal info section.
7. Select Name or Nickname.
8. Enter your updated name and tap Save.

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