Gmail Android App Gets Long-Awaited Custom Label Management Feature

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News18•17-01-2026, 18:08
Gmail Android App Gets Long-Awaited Custom Label Management Feature
- •Google is rolling out a new feature for its Gmail Android app, allowing users to create, edit, and delete custom labels directly.
- •Previously, this functionality was only available to iPhone and desktop users, making Android users rely on computers for label management.
- •The feature was first spotted in Gmail's Android version 2025.12.29.855765709 and is currently in a testing phase, visible as a "Create label" option in the sidebar menu.
- •This update will significantly improve the user experience for Android users, bridging a long-standing gap with iOS and desktop versions.
- •While an official rollout date is not yet announced, it is expected to be released to all Android users in the coming weeks.
Why It Matters: Gmail Android users can now directly manage custom labels, simplifying email organization on mobile.
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