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How can I adjust the message unread/read interval in 60.4.0 - for OSMajave 10.14.2

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Don5
Don5

I'd like to have a short delay (2-3 seconds) between the time I click on the message and the time it automatically is marked as read. Can't find how to do that in 60.4.0. Appreciate the help

I'd like to have a short delay (2-3 seconds) between the time I click on the message and the time it automatically is marked as read. Can't find how to do that in 60.4.0. Appreciate the help

Chosen solution

  • Thunderbird > Preferences > 'Display' > 'Advanced' tab
  • select: 'Automatically mark messages as read'
  • Select 'After displaying for 3 seconds'
  • click on 'OK'

To be sure the new settings are fully working, restart Thunderbird.

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Toad-Hall
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Chosen Solution

  • Thunderbird > Preferences > 'Display' > 'Advanced' tab
  • select: 'Automatically mark messages as read'
  • Select 'After displaying for 3 seconds'
  • click on 'OK'

To be sure the new settings are fully working, restart Thunderbird.

Don5
Don5 Question owner

Thank you! Don't know how I missed that. Appreciate the help.