Apple mail apply rules automatically

In Apple Mail, you can set up rules to automatically apply filters to your emails. Here's how:

Step 1: Create a new rule

1. Open Apple Mail and go to Mail > Preferences.
2. Click on Rules.
3. Click on the + button at the bottom left corner of the window to create a new rule.

Step 2: Define the rule

1. In the Rule window, enter a name for your rule in the Name field.
2. Choose the condition for which you want to apply the rule. For example, you can choose "From" and select a specific sender, or "Subject" and enter a specific keyword.
3. Choose the action you want to take when the condition is met. For example, you can move the email to a specific folder, delete it, or mark it as read.
4. Click OK to save the rule.

Step 3: Apply the rule

1. Go back to the Rules window and select the rule you just created.
2. Click on the Apply button to apply the rule to all emails that match the condition.

Tips and Variations

• You can create multiple rules and prioritize them by dragging them up or down in the list.
• You can also create rules based on multiple conditions, such as "From" and "Subject".
• To apply a rule to all emails in your inbox, select "All messages" as the condition.
• To apply a rule only to new emails, select "New messages" as the condition.
• You can also use the "Smart Mailbox" feature to create rules based on specific criteria, such as "Unread" or "Flagged" emails.

By setting up rules in Apple Mail, you can automate many tasks and make your email management more efficient!