How to set up mail on macbook air 2020

Setting up email on a MacBook Air 2020 is a relatively straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Method 1: Setting up email using the Mail app

  1. Click on the Apple menu and select "System Preferences."
  2. Click on "Internet Accounts."
  3. Click on "Add Other Account" and select "Mail" from the dropdown menu.
  4. Enter your email address and password, and then click "Create."
  5. If prompted, enter your email account settings:
    • For IMAP accounts, enter the incoming mail server (IMAP) and outgoing mail server (SMTP) settings provided by your email provider.
    • For POP accounts, enter the incoming mail server (POP) and outgoing mail server (SMTP) settings provided by your email provider.
  6. Click "Sign In" to complete the setup process.

Method 2: Setting up email using the Mail app with manual settings

  1. Click on the Apple menu and select "System Preferences."
  2. Click on "Internet Accounts."
  3. Click on "Add Other Account" and select "Mail" from the dropdown menu.
  4. Click on "Other Mail Account" and then click "Continue."
  5. Enter your email address and password, and then click "Create."
  6. Enter the following manual settings:
    • Incoming Mail Server: [your email provider's IMAP or POP server]
    • User Name: [your email address]
    • Password: [your email password]
    • Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP): [your email provider's SMTP server]
    • Authentication: [your email provider's authentication method, e.g., Password or OAuth]
  7. Click "Sign In" to complete the setup process.

Common email settings for popular email providers:

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