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Deleting from SquirrelMail with Full Quota

SquirrelMail is not necessary to install; it can be accessed via the web. Further information about SquirrelMail usage is available at the above linked page.

If an account is using 100 percent of its disk quota (M: drive space), deleting messages may require some e-mail client modifications. The problem can also be resolved by a reduction in the use of M: drive space for other files. Directions for making the changes with SquirrelMail have been prepared below.

To Remove Messages:

  • Click the "Options" link at the top of the page. (image)
  • This will bring up a new page. Select the "Folder Preferences" link to bring up the next window. (image)
  • Under "Special Folder Options" change the pull down menu selection of "Trash Folder" to "[Do Not Use Trash]" and click the submit button. (image)
  • Delete selected items from your chosen folder by selecting their check boxes and then hitting the "Delete" button followed by the "Expunge" button. (image)

To Restore Use of Trash Folder:

  • Click the "Options" link. (image)
  • Select "Folder Preferences." (image)
  • Under "Special Folder Options" change the pull down menu selection of "Trash Folder" back to "Trash" and click the submit button. (image)
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