How to Clean Up Your Apple Mail Address Book

Are you tired of having a cluttered and outdated address book in your Apple Mail? You're not alone! Many users find themselves with a bunch of addresses that can be cleared out, including some that were typos, which Mail remembers anyway. In this article, we'll show you how to clean up your Apple Mail Address Book and get rid of unwanted suggestions.

Previous Recipients Window

The first place to look is the Previous Recipients window in your Mail program. This is where Mail stores all the addresses you've used before. To access it, simply go to the 'Previous Recipients' window by clicking on 'Window' > 'Previous Recipients'.

Removing Addresses from the List

Once you're in the Previous Recipients window, you'll see a list of all the addresses you've used before. To remove an address from the list, click on it and then click 'Remove From List'. This will delete the address from your Mail program's memory.

Suggested Addresses

Another way to clean up your Address Book is by using the suggested addresses feature in Mail. When you start typing an email address, Mail will suggest a few options based on your previous emails. If there are any addresses that you no longer use or want, simply type a little more and the list will narrow down to only the addresses you want.

Bonus Hint: Type the First Few Letters of a Person's Last Name

If you're looking for a specific address but can't find it in the suggested list, try typing the first few letters of a person's last name. Mail is really smart about guessing who you are sending an email to, and this trick can help you quickly find the right address.

By following these simple steps, you'll be able to clean up your Apple Mail Address Book and get rid of unwanted suggestions. Remember to always keep your Address Book up to date by removing old addresses and adding new ones.

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