How to Create and Use Folders (Labels) in the Gmail App

Understanding Gmail Labels

• 💡 In Gmail, what are commonly referred to as "folders" are actually called labels.
• 📌 This distinction is important for understanding how to organize your emails within the Gmail app.

Creating a New Label

• ➕ To create a new label, first open the Gmail application on your device.
• ☰ Access the main menu by tapping the three horizontal lines in the upper-left corner.
• ➕ Select the "Create new" option, indicated by a plus sign.

Naming and Saving Your Label

• ✍️ You will be prompted to name your new label (e.g., "Work").
• ✅ After entering the name, tap the "Save" button to create the label.

Moving Emails to a Label

• ✉️ To move an email to your newly created label, open any message from your inbox.
• ┇ Tap on the three dots icon within the message view.
• 🏷️ Select the "Label" option from the menu.
• ✅ Choose the desired label you just created and tap "Done".

Viewing Emails in Your Label

• 📂 To view all emails associated with a specific label, navigate to that label from the main menu.
• 🔍 You will see all the messages that have been moved to that particular label (folder).