Posted on August 14th, 2009
How do I set up a signature in Thunderbird?
One of the great features of most modern email software is the ability to create an automatic signature. This way you can have all of your contact information on each email you send, without having to type it each time. To set up a signature in Mozilla's Thunderbird, assuming you've already downloaded and installed it, just follow these steps...
- Click , as you would if you were going to write a new email.
- In the body of the email, create your signature as you want it to appear. For example:
~ Nathan LyleYou can include your contact information, your business name, or your favorite quote. Just remember that if it's going to be used for business email, you may want to think carefully about the impression it makes. (George Carlin quotes may best be used on your personal email instead!)
(906)228-5884
256 US Highway 41 East, Negaunee, MI 49866 - Now save the email as a text file by selecting File >> Save As >> File from Thunderbird's menu. Save the file in a directory you'll be able to find later (like "My Documents").
- Select Tools >> Account Settings from your menu, then on the left click on the email address to which you want to assign the signature.
- Make sure the box is checked next to "Attach this signature:" then click on to find the signature file you just saved. (Once you've selected the signature file, you should see the address to it in the space next to the button you clicked.)
- Click and you're done. To test it, just start a new email message. You should see your signature at the bottom of the message.
