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I have 45,000 emails! I know how to delete one at a time. Can I delete messages I don’t want all at once?

An ever-growing number of emails can cause some people stress, but we’re here to assure you: 45,000 emails aren’t hurting anyone. When you need to find a certain email, the best way is not to scroll but to search by sender, subject or key words.

• Mass deletion? There is no ideal way to delete large numbers of emails without sorting through them. But one approach is to select emails by date—do you really need three-year-old messages?—and trash the older ones. Or search for emails from retailers, nonprofits and others that send marketing messages, then delete those in bulk.

• Folder fixes Going forward, you can create more folders based on topics and make it a point to move emails into them, for better organization. Or sign up for a free Gmail account and set up Gmail’s inbox to automatically divide your emails into primary, promotions, social and update emails. Emails in your primary inbox are usually those sent by people you know.

• Stopping the junk Cut down on future clutter by unsubscribing from recurring emails you don’t read. —Jonathan Ushindi Zaluke, Senior Planet

Can I use my TV for Zoom?

We understand why this might be desirable, since it can be difficult to see everyone on a group call using a small screen, especially on a phone.

• Cast your call If your TV is not a smart TV with a built-in camera and microphone, you can use a device like a Google Chromecast to display the web browser from your computer or mobile device on your TV screen. Note that you’ll have to use the camera on your computer or mobile device. —Sherlyn Freeman, Senior Planet

Cellphone providers promise inexpensive rates, but then the bill contains extra fees and charges. What can I do?

Cellular plans can be confusing. Most promote “unlimited” talk, texting and wireless data, but the data may be capped or throttled after a certain level of usage. Then there are the taxes and fees, which can add $10 or more per month to your bill. They might be called a universal service fund fee, a regulatory charge, an administrative charge, a 911 surcharge, a utility user tax or just taxes.

One tip: Look for a flat-rate plan that includes all taxes and fees (though there might be exceptions for international roaming charges).

Some other ways you can reduce your bill: Ask about discounted rates for making automatic payments with a credit or debit card, sign up for a family plan or agree to a two-year contract. Some service providers also offer special plans for older customers. —Jason R. Rich