mail won't shut down so MacBook Pro can update

I want to download and install the latest update for my MacBook Pro, but mail prevents this because it won't shut down. Advise please

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 13.5

Posted on Sep 8, 2023 08:39 AM

Top-ranking reply

ku4hx

Level 7

23,640 points

Posted on Sep 8, 2023 11:49 AM

Click mail in the menu then click Quit Mail. Or Option + Command + esc to bring up the Force quit panel.

View in context

Similar questions

Mail is stopping Mac Book Air from shut down, mail also will not open via icon How to shut down mail so I can shut down MacBook Air , message states mail is preventing shut down
1569 3
mail keeps shutting down 10.11.6 Any idea how to keep Mail from shutting down on my old MB Pro running 10.11.6?
1569 3
Mail closes immediately on opening Hi yesterday the mail programme on my Mac 27inch intel started closing as soon as it opens any ideas on how to fix it ? I can’t seem to be able to download mac mail from the App Store , so I can’t delete it and re install it . Mac fully up to date .. iOS Ventura version 13.4
2797 2

1 reply

Top-ranking reply

ku4hx

Level 7

23,640 points

Sep 8, 2023 11:49 AM in response to lesliepet

Click mail in the menu then click Quit Mail. Or Option + Command + esc to bring up the Force quit panel.

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

mail won't shut down so MacBook Pro can update

Welcome to Apple Support Community

A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.

Learn more Sign up