How to compile mac mail email addresses
Compiling a list of email addresses from Mac Mail can be a bit tricky, but I'll guide you through the process.
Method 1: Using the "Export" feature
- Open Mac Mail on your Mac.
- Select the mailbox or folder you want to export email addresses from.
- Go to Mail > Export (or use the keyboard shortcut
Cmd + Shift + E
). - In the "Export" window, select "Export vCard (.vcf)" as the file type.
- Choose a location to save the file and click "Export".
- The exported file will contain a list of email addresses in vCard format (.vcf).
Method 2: Using the "Get Info" feature
- Open Mac Mail on your Mac.
- Select the mailbox or folder you want to export email addresses from.
- Right-click (or control-click) on the selected mailbox or folder and select "Get Info" (or use the keyboard shortcut
Cmd + I
). - In the "Get Info" window, click on the "Email Addresses" tab.
- Click on the "Export" button next to "Email Addresses".
- Choose a location to save the file and click "Export".
- The exported file will contain a list of email addresses in a plain text format.
Method 3: Using a third-party app
There are several third-party apps available that can help you compile email addresses from Mac Mail. Some popular options include:
- Email Extractor (free trial, $29.95 to purchase)
- Email Address Extractor (free trial, $29.95 to purchase)
- Mail Extractor (free trial, $29.95 to purchase)
These apps can help you extract email addresses from your Mac Mail account and save them to a file or spreadsheet.
Tips and Variations
- If you want to export email addresses from a specific account or label, make sure to select that account or label before exporting.
- If you want to export email addresses in a specific format (e.g., CSV, Excel), you may need to use a third-party app or convert the exported file using a text editor or spreadsheet software.
- If you're looking to export email addresses from a large number of accounts or folders, you may want to consider using a third-party app or scripting solution to automate the process.