Can make new message in windows live mail error

The frustration of not being able to send a new message in Windows Live Mail!

Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue. Here are some potential solutions to resolve the "Can't make a new message" error in Windows Live Mail:

  1. Check for updates: Ensure that Windows Live Mail is updated to the latest version. You can do this by going to the Windows Live Essentials website, clicking on "Download" and then "Update" to check for any available updates.
  2. Restart Windows Live Mail: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve the issue. Close Windows Live Mail, wait for a few seconds, and then reopen it.
  3. Check for corrupted files: Corrupted files can cause issues with Windows Live Mail. Try deleting the following files and then restart Windows Live Mail:
    • %appdata%\Microsoft\Windows Live\Mail\cache.db
    • %appdata%\Microsoft\Windows Live\Mail\settings.dat
    • %appdata%\Microsoft\Windows Live\Mail\store.db
  4. Check your email account settings: Ensure that your email account settings are correct and up-to-date. Go to "File" > "Account Settings" and check that your account information is correct, including your email address, password, and server settings.
  5. Disable add-ins: Add-ins can sometimes cause issues with Windows Live Mail. Try disabling any add-ins you have installed by going to "Tools" > "Manage Add-ins" and unchecking any add-ins that you don't need.
  6. Reset Windows Live Mail: If none of the above steps work, you can try resetting Windows Live Mail to its default settings. To do this, go to "File" > "Options" > "Advanced" and click on "Reset" at the bottom of the window.
  7. Reinstall Windows Live Mail: If all else fails, you may need to reinstall Windows Live Mail. You can do this by going to the Windows Live Essentials website and downloading the latest version of Windows Live Mail.

I hope one of these solutions helps you resolve the "Can't make a new message" error in Windows Live Mail!