5.8.7. Applying a rule to existing E-Mails

5.8.7. Applying a rule to existing E-Mails

You can filter existing E-Mails later by applying a rule to an E-Mail folder.

Note: Depending on the E-Mail server, this function might not be available.

How to apply a rule to existing E-Mails:

Click the Settings iconon the right side of the menu bar. Click on Settings.
Click on E-Mail in the sidebar. Click on Filter rules.
Click on Apply next to the rule. Select the folder containing the E-Mails to which the rule should be applied.

Note: Some actions can not be executed if applying a rule to existing E-Mails.

Options:

You can also apply a rule to existing E-Mails while creating a new rule.

To do so, click on Save and apply when creating the new rule. Select the folder containing the E-Mails to which the rule should be applied.

Related topics:

Creating new rules

Creating a new rule when moving

Creating new rules for the subject and the sender

Parent topic: Using E-Mail Filters