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How to Filter Unread Emails in Gmail App in iPhone

Author: Ritikaa | Guide: iPhone |
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Users of Gmail can easily filter and view all unread emails in the Gmail app on iPhones. All unimportant and spam emails should be trashed out. You can even empty the trash section in Gmail. Let's read the article given below and find out how to filter unread emails in Gmail.

How to Filter Unread messages in iPhone Mail

Filter Unread Emails in Gmail App on iPhone in 5 Steps

Step-1 Open Gmail Inbox: Your Gmail inbox is present in the Gmail app on your iPhone. To reach the inbox, go to the 'Gmail application on your iPhone.

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Step-2 Click 'More' Icon: The 'More' icon on the top-left side is represented by three small horizontal bars. You have to tap on this icon to open the 'More' menu.

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Step-3 Tap On the 'All emails' Tab: In the 'More' list menu, you then have to click on the option that says 'All emails'.

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Step-4 Swipe Right: When you reach the 'All emails' section, you have to swipe on the right-hand side of the screen as you can see in the picture below.

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Step-5 Choose 'Is Unread': Finally, you have to click on the 'Is unread' tab which is the last option in the section of filters. It will then filter the emails in your inbox which are unread only.

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All the above 5 steps are the most basic steps which will help you filter unread emails in the Gmail app on your iPhone. This same process also applies for Android devices and Windows.

FAQ

How Can I Filter Gmail by Unread On iPhone?

In order to filter Gmail by unread emails on iPhone, you can do the following:

  • In your iPhone device, open the Gmail app.
  • Then, click on the 'Menu' option from the top-left side.
  • Then, two on 'Settings'.
  • Under the 'Inbox' section, choose 'Inbox type'.
  • Select the 'Default Inbox' option.
  • Then, follow the given steps-Important first, Unread first, Starred first, or Priority Inbox.

In a similar manner, you can also sort filter data in Google sheets.

How Can I Identify Only Unread Emails in Gmail?

All the unread emails are highlighted in your Gmail inbox because they are in bold font. You can easily view and identify them.

How Can I Sort By Unread Email?

If you want to sort by unread email in your Gmail inbox then, follow the given steps:

  • Go to the Gmail app.
  • Press the 'Menu' option.
  • Then, tap on 'Settings'.
  • Choose your Google account from the list.
  • Then, click on the 'Inbox type' option.
  • Finally, tap on 'Unread first.

Can I Create a Rule in Gmail Mobile App?

The following steps will teach you how to create a rule in the Gmail mobile app:

  • In Gmail, open an email.
  • Click on the three small dots icon in the top corner.
  • Then, choose the 'Change labels' option.
  • Then, you have to remove existing labels or add new ones in order to create a rule.
  • Finally, click on the 'OK' button.

Does There Exist An Unread Folder in Gmail?

There is no visible Unread folder in the Gmail app. But, for your information, this app has a 'Hidden' unread label. It stores the unread messages but this is not visible.

To see this:

  • Type 'label: unread' in the search bar.
  • Then, press the 'Enter' button.

The process to filter emails in the Gmail app on your iPhone is not as difficult as it sounds. In fact, it is quite simple when done in the right way.

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