How to delete mail faster

The eternal quest to delete email faster! Here are some tips to help you delete mail quickly and efficiently:

  1. Use keyboard shortcuts: Most email clients have keyboard shortcuts for deleting emails. For example:
    • Gmail: "d" to delete a message, "shift+d" to delete multiple messages
    • Outlook: "delete" key to delete a message, "shift+delete" to delete multiple messages
    • Yahoo Mail: "d" to delete a message, "shift+d" to delete multiple messages
  2. Use the "Select all" feature: If you have a large number of emails to delete, use the "Select all" feature to select all emails on the page. Then, use the delete key or the "Delete" button to delete all selected emails at once.
  3. Use the "Batch delete" feature: Some email clients, like Gmail, have a "Batch delete" feature that allows you to select multiple emails and delete them in one go.
  4. Use filters: Set up filters to automatically delete emails that meet certain criteria, such as emails from specific senders or with specific subjects.
  5. Use the "Quick delete" feature: Some email clients, like Outlook, have a "Quick delete" feature that allows you to delete emails quickly by clicking on the "Quick delete" button.
  6. Use the "Delete all" feature: Some email clients, like Yahoo Mail, have a "Delete all" feature that allows you to delete all emails in your inbox at once.
  7. Use a third-party email client: Some third-party email clients, like Sanebox or Boomerang, offer features that help you delete emails quickly and efficiently.
  8. Use the "Undo" feature: If you accidentally delete an email, use the "Undo" feature to restore it. Most email clients have an "Undo" feature that allows you to restore deleted emails for a short period of time.
  9. Use a browser extension: Browser extensions like "Email Cleaner" or "Delete Email" can help you delete emails quickly and efficiently.
  10. Practice makes perfect: The more you practice deleting emails, the faster you'll become at it!

Remember to always be cautious when deleting emails, especially if you're deleting multiple emails at once. Make sure you're deleting the correct emails and not accidentally deleting important messages.