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:
- Envelope: This icon indicates that the message has been sent and is awaiting delivery.
- Checkmark: This icon indicates that the message has been successfully delivered to the recipient's mailbox.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Blue circle with a white checkmark: This icon indicates that the message is being sent and is in the process of being delivered.
- 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.
- 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:
- Flag: This icon indicates that the message has been flagged for follow-up or attention.
- Star: This icon indicates that the message has been starred or marked as important.
- Alert: This icon indicates that the message contains a warning or alert, such as a spam or phishing attempt.
- Attachment: This icon indicates that the message contains an attachment.
These icons can help you quickly identify the status of each message and take action accordingly.