# Add an unread count widget

Press and hold your home screen, open Widgets and add the XgenPlus Unread widget. In its setup screen choose an account or Unified Inbox, optionally turn on Folder count and pick a folder, then tap Done. Tapping the widget opens that account, folder or Unified Inbox.

## How to add an unread count widget

1. Press and hold an empty spot on the home screen and open **Widgets**.
2. Add the **XgenPlus Unread** widget.
3. Under **Show unread count for...**, choose an account or Unified Inbox.
4. Optionally turn on **Folder count** and choose a folder.
5. Tap **Done**.

## When to use it

> Rohit adds a widget for his Inbox so he sees 7 unread mails without opening the app.

## Options

| Option | What it does | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Account | Account or Unified Inbox to count | None selected |
| **Folder count** | Count one folder only | Off |
| Folder | Folder to count | None selected |

## Good to know

- The count updates when mail changes.

Source: https://docs.xgenplus.com/mobile/android-unread-widget/