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How to mark all E-mails as Unread on iPhone

Author: Henry | Guide: iPhone |
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If you're someone who has a cluttered inbox with countless read emails on your iPhone, you might find it difficult to sort through important emails. One quick solution to this problem is to mark all your emails as unread, and it's a simple process to do so. In this blog post, we'll guide you through the steps to mark all E-mails as Unread on iPhone, helping you to declutter your inbox and prioritize important emails.

Mark all E-mails as Unread on iPhone in 5 Steps

Step-1 Open Mail: Unlock your iPhone and navigate to the Mail app.

Ensure that you are in the inbox that you wish to mark as unread.

  • If you are unsure which inbox you are currently in, check the name of the mailbox at the top of the screen.
  • If you have multiple email accounts linked to your iPhone, make sure you are in the correct account's inbox.
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Step-2 Tap Edit: Once you are in the correct inbox, locate the 'Edit' button in the top right-hand corner of the screen.

Tap 'Edit'.

  • If you cannot see the 'Edit' button, try scrolling to the top of the inbox.
  • If you are still unable to find the 'Edit' button, ensure that your Mail app is updated to the latest version.
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Step-3 Tap Select All: After tapping 'Edit', you will see circles appear next to each email.

Tap the circle next to any email in the inbox.

The circle will turn blue, and the 'Select All' option will appear in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen.

Tap 'Select All'.

  • If you only wish to mark a selection of emails as unread, tap the circles next to the specific emails you wish to mark, rather than selecting 'Select All'.
  • If you accidentally select 'Select All', tap it again to deselect all emails.
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Step-4 Tap Mark: Once you have selected all the emails you wish to mark as unread, locate the 'Mark' button in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen.

Tap 'Mark'.

  • If you have selected too many emails, or wish to mark them as read rather than unread, tap 'Cancel' to return to the previous screen.
  • If you wish to mark all emails as read rather than unread, select 'Mark All' instead of 'Select All' in Step 3.
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Step-5 Select Mark as Unread: After tapping 'Mark', a menu will appear with several options.

Select 'Mark as Unread'.

  • If you accidentally select the wrong option, tap 'Cancel' to return to the previous screen.
  • If you have a large number of emails, it may take a few moments for all emails to be marked as unread.
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Marking all your emails as unread on iPhone is a quick and simple process. Just follow these five easy steps, and you'll be able to start fresh with a clean, unread inbox in no time.

Tips

  1. If you have multiple email accounts linked to your iPhone, ensure you are in the correct account's inbox before beginning.
  2. If you only wish to mark a selection of emails as unread, tap the circles next to the specific emails you wish to mark.
  3. If you accidentally select 'Select All', tap it again to deselect all emails.

FAQ

  1. Will marking all my emails as unread delete them?
  • No, marking your emails as unread will not delete them. It simply changes their status from 'read' to 'unread'.
  1. Can I mark all my emails as unread at once on my computer?
  • Yes, the process of marking all emails as unread is similar on most devices and email providers.
  1. Can I undo marking my emails as unread?
  • Yes, simply follow the same process to mark them as read again.
  1. Will marking my emails as unread affect any of my settings or preferences?
  • No, marking your emails as unread will not affect any.

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