How to Delete Several Gmail Emails at Once
Deleting multiple emails at once in Gmail can be a time-saving feature, especially when you have a large number of emails to clear out. Whether you’re cleaning up your inbox or removing spam messages, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to delete several Gmail emails at once.
1. Open Gmail and Log in
First, open your web browser and go to Gmail. If you’re not already logged in, enter your email address and password to access your account.
2. Select Multiple Emails
To delete multiple emails, you need to select them first. Here’s how:
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- Click the checkbox to the left of the first email you want to delete.
- Hold down the Shift key and click the checkbox to the left of the last email you want to delete. This will select all emails between the first and last one.
- Or, if you want to select all emails on a specific page, click the checkbox in the upper-left corner of the email list.
3. Open the Dropdown Menu
After selecting the emails, click the dropdown menu that appears above the email list. This menu will give you several options, including “Delete.”
4. Delete the Emails
Click “Delete” from the dropdown menu. A confirmation window will appear, asking you to confirm the deletion. Click “Delete” again to confirm.
5. Confirm the Deletion
A second confirmation window will appear, asking you to confirm that you want to delete the selected emails. Click “OK” to proceed.
6. Review the Deleted Emails
Once the emails are deleted, you’ll see a confirmation message at the top of your inbox. If you want to review the deleted emails, you can click the “Undo” link within the confirmation message. However, this option is only available for a short period after deletion.
7. Empty the Trash
To permanently delete the emails, you need to empty the trash. Here’s how:
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- Click the “More” button (three vertical dots) in the upper-right corner of the Gmail interface.
- Select “See all” from the dropdown menu.
- Click “Trash” from the list of labels on the left-hand side.
- Click the “Empty trash now” button at the top of the page.
And that’s it! You’ve successfully deleted several Gmail emails at once. By following these steps, you can quickly manage your inbox and keep it organized.
