How to set automated mail on windows pc

Setting up automated mail on a Windows PC involves using the built-in Windows Task Scheduler or a third-party email client. Here are the steps for both methods:

Method 1: Using Windows Task Scheduler

  1. Open the Task Scheduler: You can do this by searching for "Task Scheduler" in the Start menu, or by typing "taskschd.msc" in the Run dialog box (Windows key + R).
  2. Create a new task: In the Task Scheduler, click on "Create Basic Task" in the right-hand Actions panel.
  3. Give the task a name and description: Enter a name and description for the task, such as "Automated Email".
  4. Set the trigger: Click on the "Triggers" tab and then click on "New". Select "Daily" or "Weekly" as the trigger type, depending on how often you want the email to be sent.
  5. Set the action: Click on the "Actions" tab and then click on "New". Select "Start a program" as the action type.
  6. Enter the email client: In the "Program/script" field, enter the path to your email client's executable file (e.g., "C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Outlook\OUTLOOK.EXE").
  7. Add the email settings: In the "Add arguments" field, enter the email settings you want to use, such as the recipient's email address, subject, and body. For example: "/c outlook /m <recipient's email address> /s /b "
  8. Save the task: Click "OK" to save the task.

Method 2: Using a third-party email client

  1. Choose an email client: You can use any email client that supports automation, such as Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or Gmail.
  2. Set up the email client: Configure your email client to send emails as usual.
  3. Use the email client's automation feature: Most email clients have an automation feature that allows you to schedule emails. For example:
    • Microsoft Outlook: Go to "File" > "Options" > "Advanced" and click on "Send/Receive Groups" > "Define Send/Receive Groups". Then, click on "New" and select "Schedule" as the send/receive group type.
    • Mozilla Thunderbird: Go to "Tools" > "Account Settings" > "Edit" > "Server Settings" and click on "Schedule" as the send/receive type.
  4. Set the schedule: Choose the schedule you want to use, such as daily or weekly.
  5. Save the settings: Save the changes to the email client's settings.

Example email settings

Here's an example of how you can set up automated email using Microsoft Outlook:

In the "Add arguments" field, enter the following command:

/outlook /m [recipient's email address] /s Automated Email /b This is an automated email sent using Windows Task Scheduler.

Replace [recipient's email address] with the actual email address of the recipient.

Remember to save the task or settings and test the automated email to ensure it works as expected.