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How to Create a Productive Workflow with Gmail and Other Apps
Gmail is a powerful tool for managing your email, but it can also be overwhelming. With the right workflow and tools, you can make Gmail work for you and improve your productivity. In this article, we’ll explore how to create a productive workflow with Gmail and other apps.
Set up labels in Gmail
Labels are a way to categorize your emails and keep your inbox organized. To create a label in Gmail, simply click on the “Labels” button on the left-hand side of the screen, then click on “Create new label.” Give your label a name, and choose a color if you like. You can also create nested labels to further organize your emails.
Once you’ve created your labels, start labeling your emails. You can do this manually by selecting an email and clicking on the “Label” button, or you can set up filters to automatically label your emails. To create a filter, click on the “Settings” button (the gear icon) in the top right-hand corner of the screen, then click on “See all settings.” Click on the “Filters and blocked addresses” tab, then click on “Create a new filter.” You can then set up the filter based on criteria such as…