Some of the folders in my Gmail account disappeared. The Spam folder was one of the folders that were gone. I could still click the More link to access it, but this was annoying. I wanted my Spam folder back. I located a setting where you can control which folders are displayed on the left menu of Gmail. I suppose this is a good setting for reducing clutter if you’re a person who likes to use a lot of email labels. Here’s how to show or hide folders.
- Login to Gmail.
- In the upper-right corner, click the gear and select “Settings“.
- Select the “Labels” tab.
- Select the “Show” or “Hide” link next to the folder you wish to show or hide. In this example, I am choosing the show the “Spam” folder.
FAQ
How do I get folders to show in an email client I’m using with my Gmail account?
The “Show in IMAP” check box on the Labels screen controls folder display in email client applications.
Carol says
I used the gear, selected settings then label and the Folder INDICATES “SHOW” and it does NOT show up. HOW do I get to those messages??
Shirley Dills says
I don’t have the screw looking thing in my upper right of gmail. I need to see this to change my folders to show.
I also have an annoying account delete that is always at the bottom of each email. I never saw that before it gets in my way and I don’t want to accidently delete my account. How do I get this back the way it was?