Add mail to mac
To add a mail account to your Mac, follow these steps:
Method 1: Add a mail account using Mail
- Open the Mail app on your Mac.
- Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + Comma).
- Click on the "Accounts" tab.
- Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window.
- Select "Other Mail Account" from the dropdown menu.
- Enter your name, email address, and password.
- Click "Continue" to proceed.
- Fill in the required information, such as your email provider's server settings (IMAP or POP).
- Click "Create" to add the account.
Method 2: Add a mail account using System Preferences
- Click on the Apple menu and select "System Preferences".
- Click on "Internet Accounts".
- Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window.
- Select "Other Mail Account" from the dropdown menu.
- Enter your name, email address, and password.
- Click "Continue" to proceed.
- Fill in the required information, such as your email provider's server settings (IMAP or POP).
- Click "Create" to add the account.
Common email settings:
- IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol):
- Server: imap.gmail.com (for Gmail)
- Port: 993
- Username: your email address
- Password: your email password
- POP (Post Office Protocol):
- Server: pop.gmail.com (for Gmail)
- Port: 995
- Username: your email address
- Password: your email password
Troubleshooting tips:
- Make sure you enter the correct email address and password.
- Check your email provider's settings to ensure you're using the correct server settings.
- If you're having trouble connecting, try restarting your Mac or checking your internet connection.