With the fast-paced development of online communication and modern technology, sending emails has become an everyday affair for almost everyone, regardless of their profession or place of residence. Often we find ourselves needing to send several files or documents through an email, but due to the limited file size, we have to break it down into multiple emails. It can be very frustrating and time-consuming.
Luckily, in this blog post, we will take a look at how to attach an email to an email on Mac. You can attach a previous email as an attachment in a new email message to make communication more efficient.
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The Challenge of Attaching An Email to An Email on Mac
Attaching an email to an email on Mac can be a bit tricky, and users often struggle to complete this task efficiently. The issue arises because it is not a direct process, and the application does not provide an attach option. However, as with most technical procedures, there are several methods you can use to achieve the desired result.
Things You Need to Prepare
Before diving into the methods, you will need to have the following ready:
- A Mac computer.
- A working internet connection.
- The email(s) you want to attach.
- Basic computer knowledge.
Method 1: Drag and Drop the Email to Desktop
The first method is the most straightforward of all methods. All you need to do is drag and drop the email(s) you want to attach to your desktop before attaching them to the new email.
To do so, follow these steps.
- Open your Mail app and select the email you want to attach.
- Drag the email to your desktop. A .eml file will be created.
- Compose a new email.
- Drag the recently created .eml file to the new email.
- Complete the email’s content, and send it.
Method 2: Forward the Email as Attachment
The second method is to forward the email as an attachment. This method is suitable for users who wish to attach multiple emails to a new email easily. Follow the steps below to use this method.
- Open the Mail app, and select the emails you want to attach.
- Click the "Forward" button.
- A new email pops up with the emails attached in .eml format.
- Compose your new email and send it.
Method 3: Use Terminal Command
The third method is to use Terminal Command. This method is suitable for users who are conversant with command lines. Follow the steps below to use this method.
- Open your Terminal Application.
- Type the following command and press Enter:
open -a Mail /path/file.eml - Replace "/path/file.eml" with the location path of the email you want to attach.
- The email will open in a new email window. From there, you can add content and forward the email.
- Compose your email and send it.
Why Can’t I Attach An Email to An Email on Mac?
We can imagine that you may have been experiencing some difficulties with attaching an email to an email on Mac. Here are some possible reasons why you may be experiencing this issue.
- You may not have dragged and dropped the email(s) to your desktop first.
- You may not have forwarded the email(s) as an attachment.
- You may not have completed the Terminal command’s specific requirements appropriately.
FAQs
Q1: Can I attach multiple emails at once?
Yes, you can attach multiple emails at once. You can either drag and drop the emails you want to attach to your desktop or forward them all as an attachment in a new email.
Q2: Can I attach an email to a reply email?
Yes, you can attach an email to a reply email. Follow the same methods outlined in this blog post.
Q3: Can I attach an email to an email on Mac without an internet connection?
No, you cannot attach an email to an email on Mac without an internet connection. A working internet connection is necessary to access your email application.
Q4: Why are my attachments not showing in the email?
Your attachments may be in a different format than the email application allows or have exceeded the maximum file size limit. Ensure that they are in the correct format and size.
Q5: How do I download an email attachment I received?
Click on the attachment icon on the received email, then click download. The attachment will download to your computer.
Conclusion
Attaching an email to an email on Mac may seem complicated, but it is a necessary skill in our fast-paced technological world. With the methods outlined in this blog post, you can attach an email to an email with ease, whether using the drag and drop method or the Terminal command line. Ensure you have a working internet connection and choose the method that works best for you.