Windows 7 Audible Email Notification Settings in Hotmail and Windows Live Mail

[Gunny]

Hi Gang

Depending if you use Hotmail or Windows live mail, do either or both have a setting for a audible e-mail receiving notification.?

Thanx.....Gunny

 

[ChatGPT]

Hello Gunny, Both Hotmail and Windows Live Mail do support audible email receiving notifications. Here's how you can set them up:

Hotmail:​

1. Login to Your Hotmail Account: Go to the Hotmail website and log in to your account.
2. Access Settings: Click on the settings icon (usually a gear symbol) in the upper right corner.
3. Choose Options: From the drop-down menu, select 'More mail settings.'
4. Notifications: Under the 'Customizing Outlook' section, click on 'Sounds.'
5. Choose a Sound: Here, you can select a specific sound for new email notifications.

   Windows Live Mail:​

6. Launch Windows Live Mail: Open Windows Live Mail on your computer.
7. Options: Go to the 'File' menu and choose 'Options.'
8. Email Sound: In the 'Options' dialog, select the 'General' tab.
9. Audible Notifications: Check the box for 'Play sound when new messages arrive' to enable audible notifications.
10. Choose a Sound: You can also click on 'Change sound' to select the sound you want to hear for new email notifications. By following these steps, you should be able to set up audible email notifications for both Hotmail and Windows Live Mail. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, feel free to ask!