Does w10 show old mail
Windows 10's built-in Mail app can show old emails, but it depends on how you set it up and what settings you have enabled. Here are a few scenarios:
- Default behavior: When you set up a new email account in the Mail app, it will typically only show emails from the last 30 days. This is because the app is designed to focus on recent emails and keep your inbox organized.
- Show all emails: If you want to see all emails, including old ones, you can change the settings. To do this:
- Open the Mail app and go to the "Settings" icon (looks like a gear) in the top right corner.
- Click on "View settings" and then toggle the switch next to "Show all emails" to the "On" position.
- You can also adjust the "Show emails from" dropdown menu to select a specific date range or "All" to show all emails.
- IMAP vs. POP: If you're using an IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) account, your emails are stored on the server, and the Mail app will show all emails, including old ones. POP (Post Office Protocol) accounts, on the other hand, typically download emails to your device and then delete them from the server, so you might not see old emails.
- Email client settings: Some email providers, like Gmail, allow you to set up your account to show all emails or only show emails from a specific date range. Check your email provider's settings to see if this option is available.
- Third-party email clients: If you're using a third-party email client, like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, you may have more control over how old emails are displayed. These clients often allow you to set up filters, labels, or folders to organize and show old emails.
In summary, Windows 10's Mail app can show old emails if you enable the "Show all emails" setting or use an IMAP account. However, the default behavior is to focus on recent emails, and you may need to adjust settings or use a third-party email client to access older emails.