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Want to delete outgoing mail before sending

Discussion in 'Internet Explorer & Microsoft Edge' started by CarolynR, 2004/09/20.

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    CarolynR

    CarolynR Inactive Thread Starter

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    I put image files that are too large in a message and now I would like to delete this message. It tries to send everytime I open up OE. Tried Go-Back and it will not go back far enough. Thanks! CarolynR
     
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    Steve R Jones

    Steve R Jones SuperGeek Staff

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    Depending on which operating system you are using, you should be able to locate OUTBOX.dbx and delete it. It'll get recreated next time you send something.

    The file will be located:

    C:\Documents and Settings\YOUR USER NAME\Application Data\Identities\{94F97AA5-A881-4F29-BFF0-038FA6912BE9}\Microsoft\Outlook Express
     
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    CarolynR

    CarolynR Inactive Thread Starter

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    can't find C:documents and settings

    I have Windows 98SE and can't find C:documents and settings. Thanks!
     
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    Bmoore1129

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    Open OE and say no when it asks if you want to send the mail. Move the email from outbox to the drafts folder. There you can open and edit the email.
     
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    WhitPhil

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    Select the OUTBOX folder and delete the email.

    You may also need to (want to), go to Options > General Tab and UNselect "Send and receive messages at Startup "
     
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    CarolynR

    CarolynR Inactive Thread Starter

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    thanks! I did it!

    I managed to delete the huge email. Thanks to all who replied to my dilemma.
    CarolynR
     
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