Make Gmail Show the Number of Unread Messages on Your Browser Tab
We all know the feeling. You’re minding your own business, browsing the internet or working on a project, when all of a sudden you get that notification. You know the one. The one that says you have a new email.
For some of us, the urge to check that email is too strong to resist. But resist we must, because we all know that checking email can be a huge time sink. So how can we make sure that we don’t get distracted by new emails when we’re trying to focus on other things?
The answer is simple: by making Gmail show the number of unread messages on our browser tab.
Here’s how to do it:
1. Log into your Gmail account.
2. Click on the gear icon in the upper right-hand corner and select “Settings.”
3. Scroll down to the “Browser Connection” section and select “Allow Gmail to open in new tabs.”
4. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click “Save Changes.”
That’s it! Now, whenever you get a new email, you’ll see the number of unread messages in the Gmail tab on your browser. No more distractions!
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The benefits of having the number of unread messages displayed on your browser tab
There are a few benefits to having the number of unread messages displayed on your browser tab. For one, it can help you stay on top of your inbox and make sure that you’re not missing any important emails. Additionally, it can help you quickly gauge how many new messages you have, which can be helpful when you’re trying to prioritize your email correspondence. Finally, seeing the number of unread messages can also be a motivator to keep your inbox clean and organized.
How to configure Gmail to show the number of unread messages on your browser tab
If you’re like most people, you probably have a lot of tabs open in your web browser at any given time. And if you’re like most people, you probably also have a Gmail account. Wouldn’t it be great if there were a way to see how many unread messages you had in Gmail, right there on your browser tab?
Well, there is! Here’s how to set it up:
1. Log in to your Gmail account.
2. Click the gear icon in the top-right corner of the screen and select “Settings” from the drop-down menu.
3. Scroll down to the “Browser Connection” section and select the “Allow Gmail to open all email links” option.
4. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the “Save Changes” button.
That’s it! Now, whenever you have Gmail open in your browser, you’ll be able to see the number of unread messages right on the tab. No more guessing how many new messages you have!
FAQ about making Gmail show the number of unread messages on your browser tab
1. How do I make Gmail show the number of unread messages on my browser tab?
In Gmail, go to Settings > Labs and enable the “Unread Message Icon” lab. Once you’ve done that, Gmail will show the number of unread messages on your browser tab.
2. How accurate is the unread message count?
The unread message count is accurate as of the last time you refreshed your inbox. So, if you’ve just refreshed your inbox, the unread message count will be accurate. However, if you haven’t refreshed your inbox in a while, the unread message count may not be accurate.
3. Why doesn’t the unread message count update in real-time?
Gmail doesn’t update the unread message count in real-time for performance reasons. If Gmail were to update the unread message count in real-time, it would slow down your inbox.
4. I don’t like the unread message count. Can I disable it?
Yes, you can disable the unread message count by going to Settings > Labs and disabling the “Unread Message Icon” lab.
Tips for getting the most out of Gmail by having the number of unread messages displayed on your browser tab
Gmail is a great tool for keeping on top of your email, but did you know that you can make it even better by having the number of unread messages displayed on your browser tab? Here’s how:
1. Install the Unread Message Count extension for Chrome.
2. Once installed, click the Unread Message Count icon in your toolbar and select Options.
3. In the options page, select “Show unread message count on Gmail tab”.
4. That’s it! Now you’ll always know how many unread messages are in your inbox at a glance.
5. Bonus tip: If you’re a Outlook user, you can also install the Unread Message Count extension for Outlook and have your unread message count displayed in the Outlook interface as well.
