Apple mail stuck sending message

Frustrating! Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue. Here are some steps to help you resolve the problem of Apple Mail being stuck sending a message:

  1. Check your internet connection: Ensure that your internet connection is stable and working properly. Restart your router or modem if necessary.
  2. Check your email account settings: Verify that your email account settings are correct in Apple Mail. Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts, select your email account, and check the settings. Make sure the "Outgoing Mail Server" is set correctly.
  3. Check your email account's sending limits: Some email providers have sending limits to prevent spamming. Check your email provider's website for any sending limits and adjust your sending frequency accordingly.
  4. Try sending a test message: Send a test message to yourself or a friend to see if the issue is specific to the original message or a general problem.
  5. Check for any errors: Look for any error messages in the Apple Mail log. To access the log, go to Mail > Preferences > Diagnostics, and click on "Show Log" to view any error messages.
  6. Try restarting Apple Mail: Sometimes, simply restarting Apple Mail can resolve the issue. Quit Apple Mail, then relaunch it.
  7. Check for any conflicts with other apps: Other apps might be interfering with Apple Mail's ability to send messages. Try closing any other apps that might be running in the background.
  8. Check for any software updates: Ensure that your Mac and Apple Mail are up to date. Go to System Preferences > Software Update to check for any updates.
  9. Try using a different email account: If you have multiple email accounts set up in Apple Mail, try sending the message using a different account to see if the issue is specific to one account.
  10. Reset Apple Mail: As a last resort, you can try resetting Apple Mail. Go to System Preferences > Mail, and click on "Reset" to reset Apple Mail to its default settings.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may want to try contacting your email provider's support team or Apple Support for further assistance.