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How do I delete a mailbox folder?

Published in Email Management 2 mins read

To delete a mailbox folder, you will need to access your email account through a web browser. The process generally involves right-clicking the folder and selecting the delete option.

Here’s a step-by-step guide:

  1. Access your email account via web: Open your preferred web browser and navigate to the login page of your email provider (e.g., Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo).
  2. Locate the folder pane: Once logged in, look for the folder pane, which is typically on the left side of the screen.
  3. Right-click on the folder: Find the specific folder (or subfolder) that you wish to delete, then right-click on it.
  4. Select "Delete Folder": From the context menu that appears, choose the "Delete Folder" option. This will start the folder deletion process.
  5. Confirm the action: A confirmation prompt will appear, asking if you're sure you want to delete the selected folder. Select "OK" to confirm.

Note: The exact wording and appearance of the menu might slightly vary based on your email provider, but the general concept remains the same.

Example:

If you are using an Outlook email on the web, the process looks like this:

Step Action
1 Open your web browser and go to outlook.com
2 Login to your outlook account
3 In the left pane, find your folder
4 Right click on the folder
5 Select "Delete Folder"
6 Click "OK" to confirm

By following these steps, you can successfully delete a folder from your mailbox.

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