Where to find mail files on mac

On a Mac, mail files are typically stored in the following locations:

  1. Mail.app's default location: Mail files are stored in the ~/Library/Mail folder. This folder is hidden by default, so you'll need to use the Finder's "Go" menu and select "Go to Folder" to access it. Type ~/Library/Mail and press Enter.
  2. Mailbox files: Each mailbox (e.g., Inbox, Sent, Junk) has its own file in the ~/Library/Mail/V2/Mailboxes folder. The file name corresponds to the mailbox name (e.g., Inbox.mailboxdata).
  3. Message files: Individual email messages are stored in the ~/Library/Mail/V2/Messages folder. Each message has its own file with a .emlx extension (e.g., message.emlx).
  4. Attachments: Attachments are stored in the ~/Library/Mail/V2/Attachments folder.

To access these folders, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Finder on your Mac.
  2. Click on the "Go" menu in the top menu bar.
  3. Select "Go to Folder" (or press Cmd + Shift + G).
  4. Type the path to the folder you want to access (e.g., ~/Library/Mail).
  5. Press Enter to open the folder.

Note: The ~/Library folder is a hidden folder, so you may need to use the Finder's "Show View Options" menu to enable the display of hidden files.

Remember to be cautious when accessing these folders, as modifying or deleting files can affect your email data. If you're unsure about what you're doing, it's always a good idea to create a backup of your important files before making any changes.