How to set up outlook on mac mail 2019

To set up Outlook on a Mac using Mail 2019, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Mail

  1. Click on the Mail app icon in the Dock or Applications folder to open it.
  2. If you don't see the Mail app icon, you can search for it in Spotlight by pressing Command + Space and typing "Mail".

Step 2: Create a New Account

  1. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" from the dropdown menu.
  2. Click on the "Accounts" tab.
  3. Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window to create a new account.
  4. Select "Microsoft Exchange" or "Other" (if you're using a non-Exchange account) and click "Continue".

Step 3: Enter Account Information

  1. Enter your name, email address, and password in the required fields.
  2. If you're using a Microsoft Exchange account, enter your Exchange server address (e.g., outlook.office365.com) and your username (e.g., your email address).
  3. If you're using a non-Exchange account, enter your incoming and outgoing mail server addresses, as well as your username and password.

Step 4: Configure Server Settings

  1. For Microsoft Exchange accounts:
    • Server: Enter your Exchange server address (e.g., outlook.office365.com).
    • User Name: Enter your username (e.g., your email address).
    • Password: Enter your password.
    • Authentication: Select "Microsoft Exchange" or "OAuth2" if available.
  2. For non-Exchange accounts:
    • Incoming Mail Server: Enter your incoming mail server address (e.g., imap.gmail.com).
    • Outgoing Mail Server: Enter your outgoing mail server address (e.g., smtp.gmail.com).
    • User Name: Enter your username.
    • Password: Enter your password.

Step 5: Verify Account Settings

  1. Click on the "Verify" button to test your account settings.
  2. If everything is set up correctly, you should see a success message.

Step 6: Set Up Your Account

  1. Click on the "Done" button to set up your account.
  2. You may be prompted to set up additional settings, such as calendar and contacts syncing.

Step 7: Start Using Outlook

  1. You can now start using Outlook on your Mac to send and receive emails, as well as access your calendar and contacts.

That's it! If you encounter any issues during the setup process, you can refer to Microsoft's support resources or contact your IT administrator for assistance.