How to change your inbox layout: Click on the cog icon in the top-right corner of the screen. A “Quick settings” sidebar will open on the right side of your inbox, which will allow you to adjust some settings. For example, you can adjust display density, which controls how compact your messages appear.

How do I change the left sidebar in Gmail?

Expand or Collapse the Sidebar The Gmail sidebar—the area on the left that shows you the Inbox, Sent Items, Drafts, and so on— takes up a lot of screen space on a smaller device. To change or collapse the sidebar, click the hamburger menu at the top left of the app. The sidebar contracts, so you just see the icons.

How do I get the side bar in Gmail?

Procedure: Sign on to Gmail. Locate the arrow in the bottom right of the screen. OR, the arrow on the bottom left: Click Show side panel or Hide side panel.