How do i change my email settings in apple mail
To change your email settings in Apple Mail, follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Apple Mail
- Click on the Apple Mail icon in the Dock or Applications folder to open the app.
Step 2: Go to Mail Preferences
- Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + comma).
Step 3: Select the Account You Want to Edit
- In the Mail Preferences window, select the email account you want to edit from the list on the left side of the window.
Step 4: Edit Account Settings
- Click on the "Account Information" tab and enter your new settings:
- Email Address: Enter your new email address.
- Password: Enter your new password.
- Account Type: Select the type of email account you have (e.g., IMAP, POP, Exchange).
- Incoming Mail Server: Enter the new incoming mail server address.
- Outgoing Mail Server: Enter the new outgoing mail server address.
- User Name: Enter your new user name.
- Password: Enter your new password.
Step 5: Save Changes
- Click on the "OK" button to save your changes.
Additional Settings
- Advanced: Click on the "Advanced" tab to configure additional settings, such as:
- Use SSL: Enable or disable SSL encryption for your email account.
- Use Authentication: Enable or disable authentication for your email account.
- Port Numbers: Enter the port numbers for your incoming and outgoing mail servers.
Step 6: Test Your Changes
- Close the Mail Preferences window and try sending and receiving emails to test your new settings.
That's it! Your email settings in Apple Mail should now be updated. If you're still having issues, feel free to ask for further assistance.