Can download mail in thunderbird

Yes, you can download emails in Thunderbird. Here's how:

Method 1: Downloading emails using the "Get Messages" button

  1. Open Thunderbird and select the email account you want to download emails for.
  2. Click on the "Get Messages" button in the top left corner of the Thunderbird window.
  3. Thunderbird will start downloading new emails from the server. You can monitor the progress in the "Downloading" window.
  4. Once the download is complete, you can view the new emails in your inbox.

Method 2: Downloading emails using the "Fetch" feature

  1. Open Thunderbird and select the email account you want to download emails for.
  2. Click on "Tools" > "Account Settings" > "Server Settings" > "Fetch".
  3. In the "Fetch" window, select the "Download" option and choose the email folders you want to download (e.g., Inbox, Sent, etc.).
  4. Click "Fetch" to start downloading the emails.
  5. Thunderbird will download the emails and add them to your local mailbox.

Method 3: Downloading emails using the "IMAP" or "POP" protocol

  1. Open Thunderbird and select the email account you want to download emails for.
  2. Go to "Account Settings" > "Server Settings" and select the "IMAP" or "POP" protocol.
  3. Configure the IMAP or POP settings according to your email provider's instructions.
  4. Click "OK" to save the changes.
  5. Thunderbird will start downloading emails from the server using the IMAP or POP protocol.

Note: Make sure you have the correct email account settings and credentials to download emails successfully.