Windows mail auto reply

The classic "Out of Office" auto-reply!

In Windows Mail, you can set up an auto-reply to send a message to senders when you're away or unavailable. Here's how:

Method 1: Using Windows Mail's built-in feature

1. Open Windows Mail and go to the "File" menu.
2. Click on "Options" and then select "Mail" from the left-hand menu.
3. In the "Mail" section, click on the "Autoreply" button.
4. Check the box next to "Enable autoreply" and enter the message you want to send.
5. You can also set the start and end dates for the auto-reply period.
6. Click "OK" to save your changes.

Method 2: Using a third-party add-in

There are several third-party add-ins available that can help you set up an auto-reply in Windows Mail. One popular option is "AutoReply" by Systweak.

1. Download and install the AutoReply add-in from the Systweak website.
2. Launch Windows Mail and go to the "Tools" menu.
3. Click on "AutoReply" and select "Configure AutoReply".
4. Enter the message you want to send and set the start and end dates for the auto-reply period.
5. Click "OK" to save your changes.

Tips and Variations

• You can customize the auto-reply message to include additional information, such as your availability or contact details.
• You can also set up different auto-reply messages for different situations, such as "Out of Office" or "Vacation".
• If you're using a Microsoft Exchange account, you can set up an auto-reply using the Exchange web interface or the Outlook client.
• Some email clients, such as Mozilla Thunderbird, have built-in auto-reply features as well.