How do i delete mail instead of archive
The eternal struggle of wanting to delete emails instead of archiving them!
The steps to delete an email instead of archiving it vary depending on the email client or service you're using. Here are some common methods:
Gmail
- Open the email you want to delete.
- Click on the three vertical dots at the top right corner of the email.
- Select "Delete" from the dropdown menu.
Alternatively, you can also use the keyboard shortcut:
- Open the email you want to delete.
- Press the "Delete" key on your keyboard.
Microsoft Outlook
- Open the email you want to delete.
- Click on the "Delete" button in the top toolbar.
Alternatively, you can also use the keyboard shortcut:
- Open the email you want to delete.
- Press the "Delete" key on your keyboard.
Yahoo Mail
- Open the email you want to delete.
- Click on the "Delete" button at the top right corner of the email.
Alternatively, you can also use the keyboard shortcut:
- Open the email you want to delete.
- Press the "Delete" key on your keyboard.
Other email clients
If you're using a different email client, such as Mozilla Thunderbird or Apple Mail, the steps may vary. You can usually find the "Delete" option in the top toolbar or by right-clicking on the email and selecting "Delete" from the context menu.
Tips
- Make sure you're in the " Inbox" folder or the folder where you want to delete the email. Deleting an email from a different folder will move it to the "Trash" or "Deleted Items" folder instead.
- If you're using a web-based email client, you may need to confirm that you want to delete the email before it's permanently deleted.
- If you're using a desktop email client, you may need to empty the "Trash" or "Deleted Items" folder periodically to permanently delete the emails.