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:

  1. Log in to your Gmail account.
  2. Click on the "More" menu (three vertical dots) in the top right corner of the screen.
  3. Select "Create new label" (formerly known as "Create new folder").
  4. Enter a name for your folder and click "Create".

Managing folders:

  1. To view all your folders, click on the "More" menu and select "Labels".
  2. You can move emails into a folder by selecting the checkbox next to the email(s) and then clicking on the folder name.
  3. You can also drag and drop emails into a folder.
  4. To delete a folder, select the checkbox next to the folder name and click on the "Trash" button.

Types of folders:

  1. Primary folder: This is the default folder where all new emails are stored.
  2. Labels: These are folders that you create to organize your emails. You can have multiple labels for the same email.
  3. 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:

  1. Organization: Folders help you keep your emails organized and easy to find.
  2. Search: You can search for emails within a specific folder using the search bar.
  3. Prioritization: You can prioritize emails by moving them to a specific folder (e.g., "To-do" or "Urgent").
  4. Archiving: You can archive emails by moving them to a folder, which helps declutter your inbox.

Tips and tricks:

  1. Use a consistent naming convention: Use a consistent naming convention for your folders to make them easy to find.
  2. Use labels: Labels are a great way to categorize emails without having to create a new folder for each one.
  3. Use filters: Filters can help automate the process of moving emails to specific folders.
  4. Use the "Move to" feature: You can use the "Move to" feature to quickly move emails to a specific folder.