Generating Your First Draft
Creating Your First Email Draft
Once you've installed the add-on, generating an email draft is simple.
Composing a New Email
Step 1: Open the Compose Window
Click the Compose button in Gmail to start a new email.
Step 2: Open the Add-on
In the compose window, look for the Aeralis icon at the bottom right corner, next to the send button. Click on it to open the add-on panel.

Step 3: Describe Your Email
In the add-on panel, you'll see a text area where you can describe what you want to write. Be specific about:
- Purpose - What's the goal of this email?
- Tone - Professional, casual, friendly?
- Key points - What information should be included?
For example:
"Write an email to schedule a meeting with the marketing team for next week to discuss Q1 results. Keep it professional but friendly."
Step 4: Generate the Draft
Click Generate Draft and wait a few seconds. The AI will create your email and insert it into the compose window.
Step 5: Review and Edit
Always review the generated draft before sending. You can:
- Edit any part of the text
- Regenerate if needed
- Add attachments or CC recipients
Tips for Better Results
- Be specific - The more detail you provide, the better the output
- Include context - Mention relevant background information
- Use profiles - Create profiles for different email types to save time
- Provide examples - If you have a specific style in mind, describe it
Next Steps
- Learn how to generate your first reply
- Learn about Profiles to customize your experience
- Discover AI Tips for better results
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