How to load old mails gmail

Loading old emails in Gmail can be a bit tricky, but I'll guide you through the process. Here are the steps:

Method 1: Using Gmail's built-in feature

  1. Sign in to your Gmail account.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the upper right corner and select "See all settings."
  3. Go to the "Filters and Blocked Addresses" tab.
  4. Click on "Create a new filter."
  5. In the "From" field, enter a specific email address or a range of dates (e.g., "before:2020/01/01" to load emails from January 1, 2020, or earlier).
  6. Click "Create filter."
  7. In the "Apply the label" dropdown menu, select "Old emails" or a label of your choice.
  8. Click "Create."

This method will move the old emails to a new label, making them easier to find.

Method 2: Using Gmail's "Show old messages" feature

  1. Sign in to your Gmail account.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the upper right corner and select "See all settings."
  3. Go to the "General" tab.
  4. Scroll down to the "Mail settings" section.
  5. Check the box next to "Show old messages."
  6. Click "Save Changes."

This method will display older emails in your inbox, but be aware that it may take some time to load all the emails.

Method 3: Using Gmail's "Search" function

  1. Sign in to your Gmail account.
  2. In the search bar at the top of the page, enter a specific search query to find old emails, such as:
    • before:2020/01/01 to load emails from January 1, 2020, or earlier.
    • after:2019/12/31 to load emails from December 31, 2019, or later.
    • label:old to load emails labeled as "old."
  3. Press Enter to execute the search.

This method allows you to search for specific emails or labels, making it easier to find old emails.

Method 4: Using third-party add-ons

There are several third-party add-ons available that can help you load old emails in Gmail, such as:

Please note that these add-ons may require additional setup and may have limitations.

Remember to always be cautious when loading old emails, as they may contain outdated information or attachments that are no longer relevant.