Users can now create new labels in the Gmail mobile app for Android, addressing a significant limitation compared to the web version. The feature is being rolled out incrementally with Gmail version 2026.01.26.x, allowing users to access the “Create label” option in the navigation drawer.
Upon tapping this option, users can easily enter a new label name. Additionally, adjustments to label management are now possible while on the go, including the ability to delete labels directly from the Notifications settings menu. Despite the absence of color customization for labels on Android, this update marks a notable improvement in the mobile experience.
The mobile label creation feature is not universally available on all accounts yet, potentially varying by user. In contrast, iOS users have already had access to this functionality.