Setting Up VIP Contacts for Email on Android

Emails can often flood our inbox, making it difficult to keep track of important messages from specific contacts. However, most email clients, including the default Android email app, offer the option to set up VIP contacts to ensure important messages are never missed. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of setting up VIP contacts for email on Android.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, make sure you have the following:

• An Android device
• The default Android email app (Gmail app or any other email client)
• A list of important contacts that you want to add to your VIP list

Step 1: Launch the Email App

Open the default email app on your Android device. This may be the Gmail app or another app, depending on your device and settings.

Step 2: Access the Settings

In the email app, locate the three-lined menu icon (also known as the "hamburger" icon) usually located in the top-left or top-right corner of the screen. Tap on it to open the app menu.

Step 3: Open the Manage Accounts Option

Within the app menu, look for the "Manage Accounts," "Settings," or similar option and tap on it to access the account settings.

Step 4: Select Your Email Account

If you have multiple email accounts added to your device, you will see a list of accounts. Choose the email account for which you want to set up VIP contacts.

Step 5: Locate the VIP Contacts Option

Within your email account settings, search for the "VIP Contacts" or "Important Contacts" option. This option varies depending on the email app you are using.

Step 6: Add VIP Contacts

Tap on the "VIP Contacts" option to open the VIP contacts list. To add a contact as a VIP, follow these steps:

1. Tap on the "+" or "Add" button.
2. Choose the desired method to add a contact:
   • Select a contact from your device's contact list.
   • Enter the email address manually.
3. After selecting or entering the contact's email address, tap on "Save" or "Done" to add the contact to the VIP list.

Repeat this process for each contact you want to add as a VIP.

Step 7: Customize VIP Settings (Optional)

Some email apps provide additional options to customize the behavior of VIP contacts. These settings might include:

• Notifications: Configure specific notification sounds, vibrations, or LED colors for VIP emails.
• Sync Frequency: Set a different sync frequency for VIP emails.
• Focused Inbox: Enable a separate inbox or category for VIP emails.

Check the settings menu within your email app to explore these customization options.

Step 8: Receive and Manage VIP Emails

Once you have set up VIP contacts, any emails received from them will be marked as VIP. Depending on your email app's settings, VIP emails may be flagged, highlighted, or placed in a separate inbox/category. Ensure you regularly check this VIP section to stay updated on important messages.

Conclusion

By setting up VIP contacts for email on Android, you can efficiently manage important messages from specific contacts without getting overwhelmed by the influx of emails. Android's default email app and various third-party email clients offer this convenient feature, allowing you to prioritize and stay connected with your most important contacts.