How large a file can i send with apple mail

The maximum file size that can be sent via Apple Mail depends on several factors, including the type of attachment, the recipient's email provider, and the email client's settings. Here are some general guidelines:

  1. Default attachment limit: The default attachment limit for Apple Mail is 20 MB. This means that if you try to send a file larger than 20 MB, Apple Mail will not allow it.
  2. Maximum attachment size: The maximum attachment size for Apple Mail is 5 GB. However, this limit is only applicable if you have enabled the "Allow large attachments" option in your email account settings.
  3. Recipient's email provider: The recipient's email provider may also have its own attachment size limits. For example, some providers may limit attachments to 10 MB or 20 MB.
  4. Email client settings: You can adjust the attachment size limit in Apple Mail by going to Mail > Preferences > General > Attachments. From there, you can set the maximum attachment size to a value between 1 MB and 5 GB.

To send larger files, you can consider the following options:

  1. Use a file-sharing service: Services like WeTransfer, Dropbox, or Google Drive allow you to send large files by uploading them to their servers and sharing the link with the recipient.
  2. Use a cloud storage service: Cloud storage services like iCloud, Google Drive, or Dropbox allow you to store and share large files.
  3. Use a third-party email client: Some third-party email clients, like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, may have higher attachment size limits than Apple Mail.

Remember to always check with the recipient's email provider and your own email client settings to ensure that you can send the file successfully.