How to email text and graphics right from R

The video tutorial explains how to use R Markdown and the Blastula package to create and send emails directly from R Studio. It covers the installation of Blastula, creating emails using R Markdown, and sending them via SMTP servers like Gmail. The tutorial also provides guidance on security settings and troubleshooting email sending issues.

What is one advantage of using R Markdown for sharing documents?

• It allows for the integration of text, calculations, and graphics.

• It can only be used for text documents.

• It requires no additional packages.

• It is only compatible with Microsoft Word.

Which package is used to send emails directly from R?

• Shiny

• dplyr

• ggplot2

• Blastula

What is the first step in using the Blastula package?

• Write an HTML document

• Create an email account

• Send a test email

• Install and load the package from CRAN

What is a limitation of using HTML widgets in R Markdown emails?

• They automatically convert to images.

• They enhance the email's appearance.

• They do not work because emails cannot run JavaScript.

• They are required for all emails.

What is required to send emails using Blastula?

• A local server

• Access to an SMTP server

• A paid subscription

• A specific email client

What should you do if using a personal Gmail account with Blastula?

• Share your password publicly

• Enable less secure apps access

• Use your primary account

• Disable all security settings

What is the purpose of the 'creds_key' function in Blastula?

• To delete your email account

• To save your email password

• To store your username and server settings securely

• To send emails without credentials