Google mail folders
In Gmail, folders are a way to organize and categorize your emails. Here are some key things to know about Gmail folders:
Creating folders:
- Log in to your Gmail account.
- Click on the "More" menu (three vertical dots) in the top right corner of the screen.
- Select "Create new label" (formerly known as "Create new folder").
- Enter a name for your folder and click "Create".
Managing folders:
- To view all your folders, click on the "More" menu and select "Labels".
- You can move emails into a folder by selecting the checkbox next to the email(s) and then clicking on the folder name.
- You can also drag and drop emails into a folder.
- To delete a folder, select the checkbox next to the folder name and click on the "Trash" button.
Types of folders:
- Primary folder: This is the default folder where all new emails are stored.
- Labels: These are folders that you create to organize your emails. You can have multiple labels for the same email.
- Filters: These are automated rules that move emails from your inbox to a specific folder based on certain criteria (e.g., sender, subject, keywords).
Benefits of using folders:
- Organization: Folders help you keep your emails organized and easy to find.
- Search: You can search for emails within a specific folder using the search bar.
- Prioritization: You can prioritize emails by moving them to a specific folder (e.g., "To-do" or "Urgent").
- Archiving: You can archive emails by moving them to a folder, which helps declutter your inbox.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a consistent naming convention: Use a consistent naming convention for your folders to make them easy to find.
- Use labels: Labels are a great way to categorize emails without having to create a new folder for each one.
- Use filters: Filters can help automate the process of moving emails to specific folders.
- Use the "Move to" feature: You can use the "Move to" feature to quickly move emails to a specific folder.