How this automation works
Do you want to let your roommate or family member know you're almost home? Are you picking up a friend or meeting them somewhere and want to let them know you're almost there? Would you like to do any or all of these things without worrying about the dangers of texting while driving? Use this recipe to send an automatic text message (via email) to your friend or family member as you're approaching their location. ***IMPORTANT: YOU WILL HAVE TO KNOW THE EMAIL-TO-TEXT ADDRESS OF YOUR FRIEND/FAM...
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About Gmail
Connect Gmail to send emails to yourself and others.
Connect Gmail to send emails to yourself and others.
About Location
Location allows apps and websites to use information from cellular, Wi-Fi, and GPS networks to determine your approximate location. This service requires downloading the IFTTT app for iPhone or Android. Locate your phone or find your mobile device.
Location allows apps and websites to use information from cellular, Wi-Fi, and GPS networks to determine your approximate location. This service requires downloading the IFTTT app for iPhone or Android. Locate your phone or find your mobile device.
