Gmail has become an essential platform for people in different aspects, so the fact that many users have reported that Gmail closes on Android automatically in the middle of management (displays a "force close" message and log out without the possibility of being able to open it again), has resulted in a serious problem.
The truth is that this problem is something that has been happening since 2021, and while the cases have decreased since then, it is still possible for certain users to experience this problem, especially on Android devices that have less association with the platform. Therefore, we are going to explain in detail the origin of the error and how to solve it.
Possible solutions to this problem may also apply to other applications from the Google family or from third parties, because it is closely linked to Android performance, app optimization and other factors.
Why does Gmail close on Android devices?
The reason why Gmail keeps closing suddenly and continuously on Android is a bug found in updates. It can be to those of the mobile system itself or to those of the application, although this is a problem that began to be reported from 2019 with the update of Android System WebView and Google.
The Android System WebView is one of the essential components of Android devices, being the one that ensures that the applications that are installed work correctly. Therefore, it cannot be opened or deleted, and it is constantly updated to prevent the apps from working correctly.
However, it is possible that these updates come with a flaw in their configuration that, precisely, causes certain apps to not work correctly, or, on the contrary, it may happen that by not carrying out these updates they show problems in their operation. In case this is not the case, the error with Gmail may be something more personal related to the way you manage your mobile.
Be that as it may, the first point to fix your Gmail so that it works correctly without closing it will be to identify what your problem is, and act on it. The best way to advance a solution is check in the "Settings" section of your devices the last time your programs were updated, and according to the result act accordingly.
How to prevent Gmail from closing on Android?
The most practical thing that can be recommended when there is an unexpected closing of Gmail on an Android is uninstall the app and reinstall it, although this often only postpones the problem, and after a while the platform fails again, causing unexpected closures. If this is repeated, then we suggest you perform one of the following procedures:
Update Android system
Normally, when Android updates the Systen WebView, it notifies the user beforehand, who has the freedom to choose a suitable moment to do so. Now, if the message has not yet reached you, simply wait for the notification to do it instantly. And if this message does not appear, or you need to do it immediately, you can always choose the following:
- Open Google Play on your device.
- Choose from the settings menu, located in the upper left corner of the screen and click on the "My applications" option.
- When doing this, a list appears with the applications installed on your mobile, look directly for Systen WebView.
- As soon as you open it, surely, the option to update will appear. Just click on that option and it will start the update.
Another option, too, can be download the latest version of Android System WebView directly from Google Play so that the Gmail update is carried out automatically. Once this is done, the email service should work correctly without closing the next time you use it. It is also recommended to keep Google updated to avoid this situation.
Uninstall Android updates
If it was just after having made the corresponding updates to your mobile that the problems with Gmail began, Perhaps the application is not compatible with the new cell phone system, before which it is recommended to uninstall the Android updates. For this, you must follow the following instructions:
- Open the “Settings” application on your mobile device.
- When you open the menu, look for the "Applications" section and click on it.
- Then, go to the symbol of the three points so that a new menu of options is displayed.
- Select “Show system apps” and you will see the applications you have on your mobile, look for “Android System WebView”.
- Finally, select the application and among the options it should appear “Uninstall updates”, choose it and Gmail should start working.
Even if it's usually the new System WebView updates that affect the Gmail functions, It is very likely that the download of new apps or updates from other platforms such as Google or Facebook are behind Gmail closing. So, if you think this may be your case, we suggest the measures mentioned above, which have the objective of eliminating updates from other platforms or directly deleting them.
Leave the mobile with a specialized technician
If you've updated or uninstalled app updates, removed and redownloaded programs, logged out of Gmail, rebooted your phone, and even changed your Wi-Fi network, and your Gmail keeps shutting down unexpectedly, the best thing to do is talk to a specialist to check your cell phone to directly solve the problem.
Of course, this should be a last option to avoid unnecessary waste of money. So if your Gmail continues to close despite performing the steps that we have previously explained, the time has come to consider that your device is not exempt from presenting other errors in the system that would indicate that the problem is deeper than expected. what it looks like