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Article Type: How To
Question:
- How do I set up my email account on Apple Mail?
Answer:
- For the best user experience it is recommended to use Outlook as the preferred email client for MacOS.
- If you prefer to use the MacOS native mail application (the default mail application built into MacOS laptops/desktops) follow the instruction steps below.
Instructions: Set up email account on Apple Mail
Note: Illustrations and instructions may vary depending on the version of the application you are using.
Steps:
- Step 1: Open your Mail client.
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- Step 2: Select the Mail tab and go to Accounts.
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- Step 3: Click on the '+' symbol to add account.
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- Step 5: Note: You will be adding your MinnState login in to the Email address field.
- Enter your MinnState login:
- Employees: StarID@minnstate.edu
- Students: StarID@go.minnstate.edu
- Select Sign In
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- Step 7: Enter your StarID password and select Sign In.
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- Step 9: You should see the Exchange Mail Client in Accounts.
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- Step 10: Close this window and click on the icon to see your emails.
Summary:
This article is used to inform users of how to setup their college email account through Apple Mail.