How to stop apple mail from opening
There are a few ways to stop Apple Mail from opening automatically when you connect to the internet or receive new emails:
Method 1: Disable "Open Mail" in System Preferences
- Go to System Preferences > Internet Accounts.
- Select your email account from the list.
- Click on the "Account" tab.
- Uncheck the box next to "Open Mail" under "Advanced".
- Click "Done" to save the changes.
Method 2: Disable "Open Mail" in Mail Preferences
- Open Mail.
- Go to Mail > Preferences.
- Click on the "General" tab.
- Uncheck the box next to "Open Mail at login".
- Click "OK" to save the changes.
Method 3: Use a third-party email client
If you prefer to use a different email client, such as Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, you can set it as your default email client. This will prevent Apple Mail from opening automatically.
Method 4: Use a script to disable Apple Mail
You can use a script to disable Apple Mail from opening automatically. Here's an example script you can use:
- Open the Terminal app.
- Type the following command and press Enter:
defaults write com.apple.mail disable-open-at-login -bool true
- Restart your Mac or log out and log back in to apply the changes.
Method 5: Use a third-party app to disable Apple Mail
There are several third-party apps available that can help you disable Apple Mail from opening automatically. Some popular options include:
- Mailbox (free)
- Airmail (free trial, then $2.99/month)
- Spark (free)
These apps can help you manage your emails and prevent Apple Mail from opening automatically.
I hope these methods help you stop Apple Mail from opening automatically!