Quick Start
1 min read • 167 wordsInstall go-mapi and send your first email in under 2 minutes.
Prerequisites
- Windows 10 or 11
- Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge
- Gmail or Google Workspace account
- Admin rights (for the installer)
Step 1: Install the Extension
Install the go-mapi extension in your browser:
- Chrome: Chrome Web Store (search for “go-mapi”)
- Edge: Edge Add-ons (search for “go-mapi”)
Alternatively, download the latest release from GitHub and load it as an unpacked extension.
Step 2: Run the Installer
Open an admin PowerShell window and run:
irm https://raw.githubusercontent.com/marcfargas/go-mapi/main/scripts/install.ps1 | iexThe installer automatically:
- Detects your browser and extension ID
- Downloads the latest go-mapi release
- Installs the DLL and native messaging host
- Registers go-mapi as the default MAPI handler
Step 3: Send Your First Email
- Open Windows Explorer
- Right-click any file
- Select “Send to” → “Mail recipient”
- The go-mapi extension popup opens with the file attached
- Click “Save as Draft” or “Send Now”
That’s it! You’re using MAPI with Gmail.
What’s Next?
- Troubleshooting — if something isn’t working
- Enterprise Deployment — for managed environments
- Configuration — customize go-mapi’s behavior