Apple mail attachments as files

A common issue!

By default, Apple Mail saves attachments as files in the .eml format, which is a proprietary format specific to Apple Mail. This can cause issues when trying to open or share these attachments with others.

Here are a few ways to save Apple Mail attachments as regular files:

Method 1: Save attachments as files

  1. Open Apple Mail and select the email with the attachment you want to save.
  2. Click on the "Attachments" button in the top-right corner of the window.
  3. Select the attachment you want to save.
  4. Click on "Save As" and choose a location to save the file.
  5. In the "Save As" window, select "File" as the file type.
  6. Choose a file name and click "Save".

Method 2: Use the "Export" feature

  1. Open Apple Mail and select the email with the attachment you want to save.
  2. Click on "File" > "Export" (or use the keyboard shortcut Cmd + Shift + E).
  3. In the "Export" window, select "Attachments" as the export type.
  4. Choose a location to save the file and select "File" as the file type.
  5. Choose a file name and click "Export".

Method 3: Use a third-party add-on

There are several third-party add-ons available that can help you save Apple Mail attachments as regular files. Some popular options include:

These add-ons can provide additional features and options for managing and saving attachments in Apple Mail.

I hope these methods help you save your Apple Mail attachments as regular files!