How to add mail account in windows 8

To add a mail account in Windows 8, follow these steps:

Method 1: Add a mail account using the Mail app

  1. Open the Mail app: You can find the Mail app on the Start screen or in the Apps view.
  2. Click on the "Accounts" button: It's located in the top right corner of the Mail app window.
  3. Click on "Add an account": This will open the "Add an account" window.
  4. Select the type of account you want to add: You can choose from Outlook.com, Gmail, Yahoo, Exchange, or other email providers.
  5. Enter your email address and password: Enter your email address and password to sign in to your account.
  6. Click "Next": Once you've entered your credentials, click "Next" to continue.
  7. Set up your account: You may need to set up additional settings, such as your name, email address, and password.
  8. Click "Finish": Once you've completed the setup process, click "Finish" to add your account to the Mail app.

Method 2: Add a mail account using the Windows Settings

  1. Open the Windows Settings: You can find the Windows Settings by clicking on the Start button and selecting "Settings".
  2. Click on "Accounts": In the Windows Settings window, click on "Accounts".
  3. Click on "Email & accounts": In the "Accounts" window, click on "Email & accounts".
  4. Click on "Add an account": This will open the "Add an account" window.
  5. Select the type of account you want to add: You can choose from Outlook.com, Gmail, Yahoo, Exchange, or other email providers.
  6. Enter your email address and password: Enter your email address and password to sign in to your account.
  7. Click "Next": Once you've entered your credentials, click "Next" to continue.
  8. Set up your account: You may need to set up additional settings, such as your name, email address, and password.
  9. Click "Finish": Once you've completed the setup process, click "Finish" to add your account to Windows.

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