Does mac mail open eml files

By default, macOS Mail app does not natively support opening EML files. EML files are a type of email file format used by various email clients, including Microsoft Outlook Express, Windows Live Mail, and others.

However, there are a few ways to open EML files in macOS Mail:

  1. Use a third-party email client: You can use an email client like Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or Postbox, which can open EML files. These clients can also be configured to use your existing macOS Mail account.
  2. Use a file converter: You can use a file converter like EML to MBOX Converter or EML Viewer to convert the EML file to a format that macOS Mail can read, such as MBOX or PDF.
  3. Use a script or automation tool: You can use a script or automation tool like Automator or AppleScript to convert the EML file to a format that macOS Mail can read. This requires some programming knowledge and setup.
  4. Use a third-party add-on: There are some third-party add-ons available that can enable macOS Mail to open EML files. For example, you can use the "EML Viewer" add-on from the Mac App Store, which allows you to open EML files in macOS Mail.

To open an EML file in macOS Mail using the first method (third-party email client), follow these steps:

  1. Download and install a third-party email client like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird.
  2. Launch the email client and go to the "File" menu.
  3. Select "Open" or "Import" and choose the EML file you want to open.
  4. The email client will import the EML file and display its contents.
  5. You can then forward or reply to the email from within the email client.

Keep in mind that these methods may require some setup and configuration to work correctly.