How to Create a Folder in Outlook 2016 Using the Rule

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How to Create a Folder in Outlook 2016 Using the Rule

Step 1: First, select an email to receive the rule, then on the Home tab, click Rules

Step 2: Next, in the Rules drop-down menu, select Create Rule.

Step 3: A Create Rule window appears.

Step 4: Select the box ' From the sender's name ' and select the ' Move the item to folder ' box, then click 'Select Folder.' to specify the destination.

Note, if you check the "Sent to: only me" box, the email has multiple recipients, (ie emails sent to many people including you) will not enter the created directory.

Step 5: After clicking " Select Folder", another window will appear. From here, select ' New.' to create a new folder.

Note: Be sure to save the folder in the inbox by selecting Inbox (it will be blue if selected).

Step 6: Name the new folder, you should name the email sender or whatever name you want, then click OK.

Step 7: Finally, a Success window displays a message that created the rule successfully. Check the box and then click OK.

Now, you can create as many rules as you like, to organize your mailbox more neatly.

I wish you all success!

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