RE: can I export mail rules from one Mac to another?

I have been doing research, and I’m finding conflicting answers. apparently you used to be able to do this, but I heard that it changed and you’re no longer able to do it.

I have a new M1 mini then I’m using OS X Monterey. I have an IMAP mail account. I want to transfer my rules from my old 2009 Mac Pro.

if it’s still possible, how do I go about doing it in Monterey?

Mac mini, macOS 12.0

Posted on Dec 8, 2021 4:09 AM

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tbirdvet

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Dec 8, 2021 12:44 PM in response to nelsonmay

Open Finder, then option Go and then library/mail/V9 (or V folder)/maildata and copy the messagesrules.plist and paste into new Mac at the same location. I believe this will copy all your rules over.

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