Module 2: Mail > Chapter 4: Store and organize mail
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» Chapter 4: Store and organize mail
Use Labels to organize by class or subject
Folders vs. Labels

Default Labels

Create and edit Labels

'Label' your email

Remove Labels from email

Organize Labels

» Customize Labels with color
Star important messages
Archive vs. deleting messages
Automate your inbox with filters and templates
Forward mail to a different address
Search tips for finding email
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You can also add colors to your labels that will make it easier to find messages in your inbox. 


To change the color of a label:

  1. In your Labels list, click the square to the left of a label.
  2. Select a color from the palette that appears. Changes will be instantly reflected in Gmail.


You can remove a color by selecting Remove color at the bottom of the color palette.