Apple mail saving sending emails in drafts after
The frustration of Apple Mail saving emails in drafts instead of sending them!
This issue can occur due to various reasons, including:
- Drafts folder settings: Check if the "Save as Draft" option is enabled in your Apple Mail preferences. To do this:
- Go to Apple Mail > Preferences > Composing.
- Uncheck the box next to "Save as Draft" if it's enabled.
- Drafts folder location: Ensure that the Drafts folder is not set to a location that's not accessible, such as an external hard drive or a network drive. To check the location:
- Go to Apple Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Account Name] > Advanced.
- Look for the "Drafts" folder location and make sure it's set to a local location, such as your Mac's hard drive.
- Mailbox permissions: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to send emails. Try sending an email from a different account or using a different email client to rule out any account-specific issues.
- Plugin or extension issues: Some plugins or extensions might interfere with Apple Mail's functionality. Try disabling any recently installed plugins or extensions to see if they're causing the issue.
- System configuration: In some cases, system configuration issues can cause Apple Mail to save emails in drafts instead of sending them. Try restarting your Mac or resetting your System Management Controller (SMC) to see if it resolves the issue.
- Corrupted email database: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it's possible that your email database is corrupted. Try rebuilding your email database:
- Go to Apple Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Account Name] > Advanced.
- Click on "Rebuild" next to "Mailbox" and follow the prompts.
If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may want to consider seeking assistance from Apple Support or a professional IT expert.