Apple mail what do the icons mean

In Apple Mail, the icons next to each email message indicate the status of the message. Here's what each icon typically means:

  1. Envelope: This icon indicates that the message has been sent and is awaiting delivery.
  2. Checkmark: This icon indicates that the message has been successfully delivered to the recipient's mailbox.
  3. Exclamation mark: This icon indicates that there was an issue with sending or delivering the message. You may need to retry sending the message or check the message's headers for more information.
  4. Question mark: This icon indicates that the message is being processed or is pending delivery. This may happen when the message is being forwarded or when the recipient's mailbox is full.
  5. Red X: This icon indicates that the message could not be sent or delivered. This may be due to a variety of reasons, such as a connection issue, a full mailbox, or a problem with the recipient's email account.
  6. Blue circle with a white checkmark: This icon indicates that the message is being sent and is in the process of being delivered.
  7. Blue circle with a white spinning wheel: This icon indicates that the message is being processed or is pending delivery. This may happen when the message is being forwarded or when the recipient's mailbox is full.
  8. Red circle with a white cross: This icon indicates that the message could not be sent or delivered. This may be due to a variety of reasons, such as a connection issue, a full mailbox, or a problem with the recipient's email account.

Additionally, you may also see other icons in Apple Mail, such as:

These icons can help you quickly identify the status of each message and take action accordingly.