How to setup microsoft outlook email on mac mail

To set up Microsoft Outlook email on Mac Mail, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Create a new account in Mac Mail

  1. Open Mac Mail on your Mac.
  2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + comma).
  3. Click on the "Accounts" tab.
  4. Click the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window to create a new account.

Step 2: Choose the account type

  1. Select "Microsoft Exchange" as the account type.
  2. Click "Continue" to proceed.

Step 3: Enter your Outlook email settings

  1. Enter your Outlook email address in the "Full Name" and "Email Address" fields.
  2. Enter your Outlook password in the "Password" field.
  3. Enter your Outlook server settings:
    • Server: outlook.office365.com (or your organization's custom Exchange server)
    • User Name: your Outlook email address
    • Password: your Outlook password
  4. Click "Continue" to proceed.

Step 4: Verify your account settings

  1. Mac Mail will attempt to verify your account settings. If everything is correct, you should see a success message.
  2. If you encounter any issues, you may need to adjust your server settings or contact your Outlook administrator for assistance.

Step 5: Set up your account

  1. Once your account is verified, you'll be prompted to set up your account.
  2. Choose the type of account you want to set up (e.g., IMAP or POP).
  3. Choose the folder you want to use for storing your emails (e.g., Inbox, Sent, etc.).
  4. Click "Create" to set up your account.

Step 6: Configure your account settings (optional)

  1. You can configure additional settings for your Outlook account, such as:
    • Setting up a default email account
    • Configuring email forwarding
    • Setting up email filters
  2. To access these settings, go to "Mail" > "Preferences" > "Accounts" and select your Outlook account.

That's it! Your Microsoft Outlook email should now be set up on your Mac using Mac Mail. If you encounter any issues or have trouble setting up your account, feel free to ask for further assistance.