How to set up rules in mail app
The Mail app on your device allows you to set up rules to automatically sort, forward, or delete emails based on specific conditions. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to set up rules in the Mail app:
For iOS Devices (iPhone and iPad):
- Open the Mail app and go to the "Mailboxes" tab.
- Tap on the "Edit" button in the top-right corner.
- Tap on "Add Rule" at the bottom of the screen.
- Choose the condition you want to apply to the rule, such as:
- From: Specific sender
- To: Specific recipient
- Subject: Contains specific text
- Has attachment: Yes or No
- Size: Greater than or less than a specific size
- Choose the action you want to take when the condition is met, such as:
- Move to folder
- Delete
- Forward
- Notify me
- Tap "Save" to save the rule.
For Android Devices (Samsung, Google Pixel, etc.):
- Open the Gmail app and go to the "Settings" icon (three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner.
- Tap on "Settings" and then "Filters and Blocked Addresses".
- Tap on "Create a new filter".
- Choose the condition you want to apply to the rule, such as:
- From: Specific sender
- To: Specific recipient
- Subject: Contains specific text
- Has attachment: Yes or No
- Size: Greater than or less than a specific size
- Choose the action you want to take when the condition is met, such as:
- Apply the label
- Delete
- Forward
- Notify me
- Tap "Create" to save the rule.
Tips and Variations:
- You can create multiple rules for different conditions and actions.
- You can also use the "And" and "Or" operators to combine multiple conditions.
- You can set up rules for specific folders or labels.
- You can also use the "Undo" feature to undo a rule if you accidentally apply it to an email.
- Some email providers, like Gmail, allow you to set up rules using the web interface or the Gmail app on your computer.
Remember to test your rules by sending an email that meets the condition to see if the rule is applied correctly.