Downloading Messages
Why does the "MAIL" app on Macbook always say Downloading Messages every time I open it? I have 6 email accounts, mostly with GMAIL.
MacBook Pro (2021)
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lexOS1
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Community Specialist
Hi kit904,
Thank you for participating in the Apple Support Communities. It looks like you came from the following support article: If you can’t send or receive email on your Mac - Apple Support
If your Mail app states that it is downloading messages, it is because it needs to reach out to the different email account servers and load them for you to see. If it is taking awhile, try the following:
1. Restart your device to see if the issue is still there: Shut down or restart your Mac - Apple Support
2. Confirm that your device is using the most recent software to rule out the older one: Update macOS on Mac - Apple Support
3.Confirm that you are using a strong internet connection or try a different one.
4. Contact Apple Support here if you need further support: Contact - Official Apple Support
Have a great day.