by Erik Folgate on 22 April 2010
Photo: David Berkowitz / Flickr
Somewhere between 2005 and 2009, Google's free email service, Gmail, exploded and became the standard for the average email user. This wasn't just by chance. Gmail became popular because it started offering more features than Yahoo and Hotmail. The spam filter is better, the search function is better, it has a chat client built-in, and it's always increasing its storage space.
Many of you probably have a Gmail account, but do you use it efficiently? Gmail is not just an email client, it's a productivity suite. You can literally organize your life with it. Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your Gmail account.
1. Never Delete Anything
I don't ever delete anything. I love the "Archive" button. I am married to the Archive button, because it never lets me down. Or, I should say that Gmail's search algorithm never lets me down. When I archive a file, it's out of my immediate life, but I have the assurance of knowing that it's always there if I ever need it again. Using the search form is a much better time saver than sorting through hundreds of emails in your inbox or a particular label.
Pro Tip: Click on the "Labs" icon in the upper right corner and enable the "Send and Archive" lab. This adds a button which allows you to send a reply and automatically archive it all in one click, so it reduces a step and saves you time.
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