Can you sweep mail in gmail

In Gmail, you can't exactly "sweep" emails like you would with a physical mail sorter, but you can use filters to automatically categorize, label, or archive emails. Here are a few ways to achieve similar results:

1. Filters: Create a filter to automatically apply labels, categorize, or archive emails that match specific criteria, such as sender, subject, or keywords. To set up a filter, go to Settings (gear icon) > Filters and Blocked Addresses > Create a new filter.
2. Labels: Use labels to categorize emails and then use the "Select all [X] conversations in this label" option to quickly apply actions to multiple emails at once. You can also use the "Bulk actions" feature to apply labels or archive multiple emails simultaneously.
3. Search operators: Use Gmail's search operators to find and manage emails that match specific criteria. For example, you can use the in:label operator to find emails within a specific label, or the is:read operator to find unread emails.
4. Batch actions: Use the "Batch actions" feature to apply actions to multiple emails at once. To access this feature, select multiple emails by checking the boxes next to them, then click the "More" menu and select "Batch actions."
5. Third-party add-ons: There are several third-party add-ons available that can help you manage your emails more efficiently, such as Sanebox, Boomerang, or SaneBlackHole. These add-ons can help you automate tasks, such as moving emails to specific folders or labels, or even deleting emails that are likely spam.

While you can't exactly "sweep" emails in Gmail, these features and techniques can help you manage your inbox more efficiently and keep your emails organized.