Attachments not showing in mail mac

Frustrating! If attachments are not showing in your Mail app on Mac, here are some troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the issue:

  1. Check the attachment size: Large attachments might not be displayed in the Mail app. Try reducing the attachment size or splitting it into smaller files.
  2. Verify attachment type: Ensure that the attachment is a supported file type. Mail app supports various file types, including images, documents, and multimedia files.
  3. Check the email headers: Look for any email headers that might indicate the attachment is missing or corrupted. You can do this by clicking on the "View" menu, then "Message" > "Raw Source" or press Cmd + Shift + R.
  4. Try downloading the attachment: Instead of viewing the attachment in the Mail app, try downloading it directly. Right-click (or control-click) on the attachment and select "Download Linked File" or "Save Linked File As".
  5. Check for corrupted email: If the attachment is corrupted, it might not display correctly. Try re-downloading the email or re-sending the attachment.
  6. Update Mail app: Ensure you're running the latest version of the Mail app. Go to the App Store, click on "Updates", and install any available updates.
  7. Reset the Mail app: Resetting the Mail app can sometimes resolve issues. Go to the Apple menu > System Preferences > Mail, Contacts, Calendars, and click on "Reset" next to "Reset Mailbox".
  8. Check for conflicts with other apps: Other apps might be interfering with the Mail app's ability to display attachments. Try closing other resource-intensive apps or restarting your Mac.
  9. Check the email account settings: Ensure your email account settings are correct and up-to-date. Go to the Apple menu > System Preferences > Mail, Contacts, Calendars, and select your email account. Check the "Account" and "Server" settings.
  10. Reinstall the Mail app: If none of the above steps work, you can try reinstalling the Mail app. Go to the App Store, click on "Purchased", and reinstall the Mail app.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you can try searching online for specific solutions related to your email provider or attachment type.