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How to Create a Gmail Filter

Automatically process messages that match sender, subject, or other criteria.

Quick Answer

Use Gmail's advanced search to define criteria, then choose Create filter and the desired actions.

Step by Step

  1. Open the relevant email account or application.
  2. Use Gmail's advanced search to define criteria, then choose Create filter and the desired actions.
  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.