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How to Create a Label in Gmail

Organize Gmail messages into named categories.

Quick Answer

Create a label from Gmail's Labels controls, then apply it to selected messages.

Step by Step

  1. Open the relevant email account or application.
  2. Create a label from Gmail's Labels controls, then apply it to selected messages.
  3. Review the result carefully before making any permanent deletion, forwarding, or account change.
  4. Confirm the change worked from the mailbox or settings page.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Menu names can differ between web, desktop, mobile, classic, and newer versions of an email application.
  • For business or managed accounts, administrator policies can restrict some settings.