Apple mac how to add account on mail

To add an email account on a Mac using the Mail app, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Mail app: You can find the Mail app in the Applications folder or use Spotlight to search for it.
  2. Click on the "Mail" menu: In the top menu bar, click on the "Mail" menu and select "Preferences" from the dropdown menu.
  3. Click on the "Accounts" tab: In the Mail preferences window, click on the "Accounts" tab.
  4. Click on the "+" button: Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window to add a new account.
  5. Select the account type: You will be prompted to select the type of account you want to add. Choose from the following options:
    • iCloud
    • Exchange
    • IMAP
    • POP
    • Other Mail Account
  6. Enter the account details: Fill in the required information for your email account, such as:
    • Email address
    • Password
    • Username (if required)
    • Server settings (if required)
  7. Click "Continue": Once you've entered the account details, click the "Continue" button.
  8. Verify the account settings: The Mail app will verify the account settings. If everything is correct, you'll see a confirmation message.
  9. Click "Add Account": Click the "Add Account" button to add the account to the Mail app.
  10. Set up the account: You may be prompted to set up the account further, such as setting up a signature or default font.

That's it! Your email account should now be added to the Mail app on your Mac.

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