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How to Save a Message as a Template in Mozilla Thunderbird or Netscape

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Compression software works by looking for repeating patterns. You can compress your workload, too, if you avoid repeating actions often.

If you write similar email messages often, set up a template that you can use instead of typing the same text over and over.

Save a Message as a Template in Mozilla Thunderbird or Netscape

To save a message as a template in Mozilla Thunderbird, Netscape or Mozilla:

  • Compose your template message.
  • Select File | Save As | Template from the menu.

A copy of the message should now be in the Templates folder of your email account.

You can use templates in this folder by double-clicking on them. This opens a copy of the template message, which you can modify and then send. The original message in the Templates folder is not affected.

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