Want to filter emails from your ex but only if they mention “the cat” or “my stuff back”? You can combine keywords. In the “Has the words” field, type: “my stuff” OR “the cat”. Gmail understands simple logic, which is more than I can say for some humans.
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You can also filter by attachment type. Scared of PDFs? Type “filename:pdf” in the search bar. Then create a filter to send all PDFs to a folder called “Homework I’ll Never Do.” Your future self will thank you.
The Surprising Truth
Did you know Gmail’s filtering system is more powerful than the AI that recommends your next YouTube video? It’s true. Yet most people only use it to block updates from that one friend who posts “Good morning!” every day. You are better than that.
Here’s a wild idea: create a filter that automatically forwards emails from your landlord to your friend who owes you money. I’m kidding. But you can check “Forward it to” if you want revenge—I mean, delegation.
