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Moving Emails To Folders

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Oliver Jackson
  • July 22, 2025 10:00
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📂 How to Move an Email to a Folder

In this brief article, we’ll show you three simple ways to move an email to a folder in Mailbird.

Note: Once an email is moved out of your Inbox, you will no longer receive notifications for it. Notifications (such as replies) are only triggered for emails that remain in the Inbox.

🖱️ Method 1: Drag and Drop

The easiest way to move an email is to drag and drop it into the desired folder.

Keep in mind: You cannot move emails to certain system folders, such as Sent or Drafts.

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⌨️ Method 2: Use the "V" Key Shortcut

  1. Select the email you want to move.

  2. Press the V key on your keyboard.

  3. A folder selection menu will appear.

  4. Choose your destination folder from the list.

This is a quick way to file emails without using your mouse.

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🖱️ Method 3: Right-Click and Move

  1. Right-click the email you want to move.

  2. Select Move to... from the context menu.

  3. Choose the destination folder from the list.

This option is great if you prefer using your mouse for navigation.

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💬 Need More Help?

We hope you found these tips helpful! If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Happiness Team. We always look forward to helping our customers.

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