Automatic mail notification in thunderbird

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To set up automatic mail notifications in Thunderbird, you can follow these steps:

Method 1: Using the built-in notification feature

1. Open Thunderbird and go to Tools > Options.
2. In the Options window, click on Notifications.
3. Check the box next to Show notifications.
4. Choose the type of notifications you want to receive (e.g., new email, reply, or forward).
5. Set the notification interval (e.g., every 5 minutes).
6. Click OK to save your changes.

Method 2: Using a third-party add-on

1. Open Thunderbird and go to Tools > Add-ons.
2. Search for "notification" or "alert" in the add-on repository.
3. Install an add-on that provides notification features, such as:
   • Thunderbird Notification (by Mozilla)
   • Alerts (by Thunderbird Add-ons)
   • Notify (by Thunderbird Add-ons)
4. Follow the add-on's installation instructions.
5. Configure the add-on to your liking (e.g., set notification intervals, sound effects, etc.).

Tips and Variations

• You can also set up custom notifications for specific folders or accounts by right-clicking on the folder/account and selecting Properties > Notifications.
• If you're using a Linux system, you may need to install additional software (e.g., libnotify or notify-send) to enable notifications.
• Some add-ons may require additional configuration or setup to work properly.

By following these steps, you should be able to set up automatic mail notifications in Thunderbird.