How to Export Apple Mail to EML Format? - Beginner's Guide

EML is a common email format that can be easily opened in various email clients and text editors. Exporting Apple Mail emails to the EML format can be a straightforward process when done correctly. This blog post provides a step-by-step guide on how to export your emails from Apple Mail to the EML file format.?

The guide will cover different methods, including using Apple Mail's built-in features and third-party tool. Learn how to preserve your emails and easily transfer them between devices.

Easy Ways to Export Apple Mail Emails to EML

Exporting Apple Mail messages to .eml files is simple and can be done manually.

Manual Method (for individual emails):

You can also drag and drop the email onto your desktop to save it as an EML file. If you drag a conversation, each message will be saved as a separate file.

Steps to Export Apple Mail to EML:

• Open the Apple Mail app on your Mac.
• Go to the mailbox or folder with the emails you want to export.
• Select the email you want to save.
• Drag the email from the message list and drop it onto your desktop.
• The emails will automatically be saved as .eml files in the selected location.

Alternative: Use Export Feature

• Right-click the selected emails in Apple Mail.
• Select Export as .eml (if available in your version)

Limitations of the Manual Method

• This method is good for exporting one email at a time, but it can be pretty time-consuming for bulk conversions.?
• It might not keep all the email attributes, like attachments or formatting.

Using a Third-Party Tool (for multiple emails):

If you're dealing with a large volume of emails or need to automate the process, consider using the third-party Cigati MBOX Converter for batch exporting. It allows for bulk conversion of multiple emails at once while preserving all email attributes, including attachments and formatting. It's typically user-friendly, with guided interfaces.

5 Quick Steps to Export Apple Mail to EML

• Download and install the Cigati MBOX Converter on your system.
• Select the MBOX file you exported.
• Choose EML as the export format.
• Specify the destination folder for the exported EML files.
• Click 'Convert' to start the process.

By following these methods, you can successfully export your emails from Apple Mail to the EML format, making them accessible in various email clients that support EML files.