How do I recover my Inbox messages?

Answered by Jason Smith

To recover your Inbox messages in the Gmail app on your Android device, you can follow these steps:

1. Open the Gmail app on your Android phone or tablet. You can usually find the app icon on your home screen or in the app drawer.

2. Once you have opened the Gmail app, look for the menu icon, which is usually represented by three horizontal lines or dots. It is typically located in the top-left corner of the screen. Tap on the menu icon to open the Gmail menu.

3. In the Gmail menu, scroll down and find the “Trash” option. Tap on it to access your Trash folder, where deleted messages are stored temporarily.

4. Inside the Trash folder, you will see a list of all the messages that you have deleted from your Inbox. Each message will be accompanied by a letter or photo icon, which you can tap to select multiple messages for recovery.

5. To select the messages you want to recover, tap on the letter or photo icon next to each message. You can select multiple messages by tapping on multiple icons.

6. After selecting the messages, you will notice a menu bar appearing at the top-right corner of the screen. Tap on the “More” option in the menu bar to access additional options.

7. From the “More” menu, tap on the “Move to” option. This will allow you to choose where you want to move the selected messages to.

8. A list of available folders and labels will appear. Choose the desired location for the recovered messages, such as your Inbox or any other folder you prefer. Simply tap on the folder or label to move the messages there.

9. Once you have selected the destination folder, the selected messages will be moved from the Trash folder to the chosen location. You should now be able to find the recovered messages in the selected folder.

It’s important to note that the steps mentioned above may vary slightly depending on the version of the Gmail app you are using. However, the general process should remain the same.

Recovering your Inbox messages can be a simple and effective way to retrieve any accidentally deleted emails or important information. By following these steps, you should be able to recover your messages and have them back in your desired location in no time.

Remember to regularly check your Trash folder and move any important messages back to your Inbox or other appropriate folders to avoid accidentally losing them.