Add outlook account to mail mac
Here's a step-by-step guide to add an Outlook account to Mail on a Mac:
Method 1: Add Outlook account using Mail app
- 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 "Exchange" from the dropdown menu.
- Enter your Outlook account credentials:
- Email address: Your Outlook email address (e.g., [yourname]@outlook.com).
- Password: Your Outlook account password.
- Description: A name for your account (e.g., "Outlook").
- Click "Continue" to proceed.
- Mail will attempt to configure your account. If prompted, enter your Outlook account credentials again.
- Once configured, your Outlook account will be added to the Mail app.
Method 2: Add Outlook account using Outlook app
- Open the Outlook app on your Mac.
- Click on "File" in the top menu bar and select "Add Account" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + Shift + A).
- Select "Exchange" from the dropdown menu.
- Enter your Outlook account credentials:
- Email address: Your Outlook email address (e.g., [yourname]@outlook.com).
- Password: Your Outlook account password.
- Description: A name for your account (e.g., "Outlook").
- Click "Connect" to proceed.
- Outlook will attempt to configure your account. If prompted, enter your Outlook account credentials again.
- Once configured, your Outlook account will be added to the Outlook app.
Troubleshooting tips
- Make sure you have the correct email address and password for your Outlook account.
- Ensure that your Outlook account is set up correctly and that you have the necessary permissions to access your account.
- If you're having trouble connecting, try restarting your Mac or checking your internet connection.
- If you're still having issues, you can try resetting your Outlook account password or contacting your Outlook administrator for assistance.