Mail (Windows)

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Mail (Windows) is an email client developed by Microsoft and included in the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems. It is designed to provide users with a simple and efficient way to manage their email accounts and messages.

Features[edit | edit source]

Mail (Windows) offers a variety of features to enhance the user experience:

**Multiple Account Support**: Users can add and manage multiple email accounts from different providers, such as Outlook.com, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, and others.
**Unified Inbox**: The client provides a unified inbox that consolidates emails from all configured accounts into a single view.
**Focus Inbox**: This feature automatically sorts important emails into a "Focused" tab, while less important emails are placed in an "Other" tab.
**Customization**: Users can personalize the app with different themes, colors, and background images.
**Integration with Calendar**: The Mail app is integrated with the Calendar app, allowing users to manage their schedules and appointments directly from their email client.
**Touch and Pen Support**: Optimized for touch and pen input, making it suitable for use on Microsoft Surface devices and other touch-enabled hardware.
**Notifications**: Real-time notifications alert users to new emails, ensuring they stay up-to-date with their communications.

History[edit | edit source]

Mail (Windows) was first introduced as part of the Windows 8 operating system under the name "Mail, Calendar, and People." It was later rebranded and improved with the release of Windows 10. The app has continued to receive updates and enhancements with each new version of Windows.

User Interface[edit | edit source]

The user interface of Mail (Windows) is designed to be clean and intuitive. It features a three-pane layout:

**Left Pane**: Contains the list of email accounts and folders.
**Middle Pane**: Displays the list of emails in the selected folder.
**Right Pane**: Shows the content of the selected email.

Compatibility[edit | edit source]

Mail (Windows) is compatible with a wide range of email protocols, including IMAP, POP3, and Exchange ActiveSync. This ensures that users can connect to and manage their email accounts from various providers.