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How to Add a Background Image to a Message in Mozilla Thunderbird

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A white background is not to be sneezed at, but the splendor of a colorful, classy or artistic image is a welcome change now and then. In Mozilla Thunderbird, you can make an image your background.

Add a Background Image to a Message in Mozilla Thunderbird

To add a background image to a message in Mozilla Thunderbird:

  • Create a new message in Thunderbird.
  • Select Options | Format | Auto-Detect from the message's menu.
  • Click in the message body.
  • Select Format | Page Colors and Background... from the menu.
  • Click Choose File... under Background Image:.
  • Select the desired file and click Open.
  • Click OK.
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