Can't open link windows mail
Frustrating! Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue. Here are some steps to help you open Windows Mail links:
Check if Windows Mail is installed
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type
optionalfeatures
and press Enter. - In the Optional Features window, scroll down and check if Windows Mail is installed. If it's not, you can install it from here.
Check if the link is valid
- Right-click on the link and select "Copy link address" or "Copy shortcut".
- Open a new tab in your web browser and paste the link address.
- If the link opens correctly in your browser, the issue might be specific to Windows Mail.
Check Windows Mail settings
- Open Windows Mail by searching for it in the Start menu or typing
mail
in the Run dialog box (Windows key + R). - Click on the "Settings" icon (looks like a gear) in the top-right corner of the window.
- In the Settings window, check the "General" tab and ensure that the "Default email client" is set to Windows Mail.
- Also, check the "Accounts" tab to ensure that your email account is set up correctly.
Try restarting Windows Mail
- Close Windows Mail if it's open.
- Restart Windows Mail by searching for it in the Start menu or typing
mail
in the Run dialog box (Windows key + R). - Try opening the link again.
Check for updates
- Go to the Windows Update settings (Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update).
- Check for any available updates, especially for Windows Mail.
- Install any updates and restart your computer.
Reset Windows Mail
- Close Windows Mail if it's open.
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type
wmreset
and press Enter. - Follow the prompts to reset Windows Mail.
If none of these steps work, you can try reinstalling Windows Mail or seeking further assistance from Microsoft Support or a Windows expert.