Verify the label assignment

Oct 13, 2025 by pinkandtrash.com 56 views

Introduction

As a user of the Tutanota web app, I have been utilizing the label assignment feature to efficiently manage my emails. However, I have encountered a frustrating issue that hinders my productivity. When attempting to assign labels using keyboard shortcuts, the labels are not being assigned as expected. In this article, I will describe the bug, provide steps to reproduce the behavior, and outline the expected behavior.

Describe the Bug

It is great to see Tutanota introducing the label assignment feature, which has greatly improved my email management experience. However, my daily work routine relies heavily on keyboard shortcuts, and I have encountered a bug that prevents me from assigning labels using this method. When I press the "L" key to assign a label, select the desired label using the up and down arrow keys, and confirm the selection by pressing Enter or clicking Apply, the label is not assigned as expected.

To Reproduce

To reproduce this behavior, follow these steps:

Press the "L" key: The first step is to press the "L" key to initiate the label assignment process.
Select the label: Use the up and down arrow keys to select the desired label from the list.
Confirm the label: Press Enter or click Apply to confirm the label selection.
Verify the label assignment: The label should be assigned to the email, but in this case, it is not.

Expected Behavior

The expected behavior is that the label should be assigned to the email when using the keyboard shortcut method. This means that when I press the "L" key, select the desired label, and confirm the selection, the label should be applied to the email.

Impact of the Bug

This bug has a significant impact on my productivity, as I rely heavily on keyboard shortcuts to manage my emails. The inability to assign labels using this method forces me to use the alternative method, which is less efficient and time-consuming.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the keyboard shortcut method for assigning labels in the Tutanota web app is not functioning as expected. I have provided a detailed description of the bug, steps to reproduce the behavior, and the expected behavior. I hope that this article will help to identify and resolve this issue, allowing users to efficiently manage their emails using keyboard shortcuts.

Recommendations

To resolve this issue, I recommend the following:

Investigate the keyboard shortcut functionality: The development team should investigate the keyboard shortcut functionality to determine the cause of the issue.
Test the alternative method: The development team should test the alternative method for assigning labels to ensure that it is functioning correctly.
Provide a fix or workaround: The development team should provide a fix or workaround for this issue to ensure that users can efficiently manage their emails using keyboard shortcuts.

Additional Information

This is not a feature request (existing functionality does not work, not missing functionality). I will request features on forum or via support.
I've searched and did not find a similar issue.
Keyboard Shortcuts Not Assigning Labels: A Q&A Article =====================================================

Introduction

In our previous article, we discussed the issue of keyboard shortcuts not assigning labels in the Tutanota web app. In this article, we will provide a Q&A section to address some of the frequently asked questions related to this issue.

Q: What is the keyboard shortcut for assigning labels in Tutanota?

A: The keyboard shortcut for assigning labels in Tutanota is the "L" key. When you press the "L" key, you can select a label from the list using the up and down arrow keys and confirm the selection by pressing Enter or clicking Apply.

Q: Why is the label not being assigned when I use the keyboard shortcut?

A: The label is not being assigned when you use the keyboard shortcut because of a bug in the Tutanota web app. When you press the "L" key, select a label, and confirm the selection, the label is not being applied to the email.

Q: What are the steps to reproduce the behavior?

A: To reproduce the behavior, follow these steps:

Press the "L" key to initiate the label assignment process.
Select the desired label using the up and down arrow keys.
Confirm the label selection by pressing Enter or clicking Apply.
Verify that the label is not being assigned to the email.

Q: Is this issue specific to my account or is it a general issue?

A: This issue is not specific to your account. It is a general issue that affects all users who use the keyboard shortcut method for assigning labels in the Tutanota web app.

Q: How can I report this issue to Tutanota?

A: You can report this issue to Tutanota by submitting a support ticket or posting on the Tutanota forum. Please provide a detailed description of the issue, including the steps to reproduce the behavior, and any relevant screenshots or logs.

Q: Will Tutanota fix this issue?

A: Yes, Tutanota will fix this issue. The development team is working to resolve this issue and provide a fix or workaround to ensure that users can efficiently manage their emails using keyboard shortcuts.

Q: What is the expected behavior when using the keyboard shortcut method?

A: The expected behavior when using the keyboard shortcut method is that the label should be assigned to the email when you press the "L" key, select a label, and confirm the selection.

Q: Can I use the alternative method for assigning labels?

A: Yes, you can use the alternative method for assigning labels. However, this method is less efficient and time-consuming compared to using the keyboard shortcut method.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the keyboard shortcut method for assigning labels in the Tutanota web app is not functioning as expected. We hope that this Q&A article has provided you with the information you need to understand the issue and report it to Tutanota. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on the status of the issue.

Recommendations

To resolve this issue, we recommend the following:

Investigate the keyboard shortcut functionality: The development team should investigate the keyboard shortcut functionality to determine the cause of the issue.
Test the alternative method: The development team should test the alternative method for assigning labels to ensure that it is functioning correctly.
Provide a fix or workaround: The development team should provide a fix or workaround for this issue to ensure that users can efficiently manage their emails using keyboard shortcuts.