How to delete an email on an Android device

Here’s how to delete an email on an Android phone or tablet.

Deleting an email removes it from your inbox and helps keep things organised.

Follow the steps in order.

  1. Open your email app.
  2. Find the email you want to delete.
  3. Tap the email to open it, or press and hold it.
  4. Tap the Delete or bin icon.

The email will be moved to your bin or trash folder.

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