How to get alerts when mail on pc

There are several ways to get alerts when you receive new mail on your PC:

  1. Windows 10 Mail App: If you're using the built-in Mail app on Windows 10, you can set up notifications to alert you when you receive new mail. To do this:
    • Open the Mail app.
    • Click on the gear icon in the top right corner and select "Settings".
    • Scroll down to the "Notifications" section and toggle the switch next to "New email notifications" to the "On" position.
    • You can also customize the notification settings by clicking on the "Notification settings" link.
  2. Third-party email clients: If you're using a third-party email client like Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or Gmail, you can set up notifications in the client's settings. For example:
    • In Outlook, go to "File" > "Options" > "Advanced" and check the box next to "Play a sound when new mail arrives".
    • In Thunderbird, go to "Tools" > "Account Settings" > "Notifications" and check the box next to "Play a sound when new mail arrives".
  3. Windows Notification Center: You can also set up notifications for new mail in the Windows Notification Center. To do this:
    • Click on the notification icon in the system tray (usually located in the bottom right corner of the screen).
    • Click on "Settings" and then "Notifications & actions".
    • Scroll down to the "Mail" section and toggle the switch next to "New email notifications" to the "On" position.
  4. Desktop notifications: Some email clients and apps offer desktop notifications, which can pop up on your screen when you receive new mail. For example:
    • In Gmail, you can enable desktop notifications by going to "Settings" > "General" and checking the box next to "Desktop notifications".
    • In Outlook, you can enable desktop notifications by going to "File" > "Options" > "Advanced" and checking the box next to "Show desktop alerts".
  5. Third-party apps: There are also third-party apps that can alert you when you receive new mail, such as:
    • Mail Alert (free): A simple app that alerts you when you receive new mail.
    • New Mail Alert (free): A lightweight app that alerts you when you receive new mail.
    • Email Alert (paid): A more advanced app that offers customizable notifications and alerts.

Remember to check the settings for your specific email client or app to ensure that notifications are enabled and configured to your liking.