Roundcube
Roundcube is an open-source webmail application integrated into cPanel that provides a user-friendly interface for accessing your emails directly from your web browser.
With Roundcube, you can easily manage your emails, create folders, send and receive messages, as well as manage your contacts.
Requirements
a Web Hosting service
an OnetSolutions account
Instructions
Accessing Roundcube
To access Roundcube, follow these steps:
Log in to your cPanel account using your username and password. If you are unsure of your cPanel URL, you can typically access it by appending "/cpanel" to your domain name (e.g.,
https://www.yoursite.com/cpanel).Once logged in, scroll down to the "Email" section and click on the "Email Accounts" icon.
Locate the email account for which you want to access Roundcube and click on the "Check Email" option.
You will be redirected to Roundcube, where you can start managing your emails.
Navigating the Roundcube Interface
When you access Roundcube, you will see a familiar email interface with a navigation panel on the left and the main email view on the right. Here's a brief overview of the different sections:
Mail Folders: This section displays the list of folders in your email account, including the inbox, sent items, drafts, and any custom folders you have created.
Email List: In this section, you will see a list of emails in the currently selected folder. Each email is displayed with its sender, subject, and timestamp.
Email Preview: When you click on an email in the list, its content will be displayed in the email preview section. You can read the email, view attachments, and take various actions.
Email Composition: To compose a new email, click on the "Compose" button. This will open a new window where you can enter the recipient's email address, subject, and compose the email content.
Contacts: Roundcube also provides a contacts section where you can manage your address book. You can create, edit, and delete contacts, as well as organize them into groups.
Managing Emails
Roundcube offers several features to help you manage your emails effectively. Here are some common tasks you can perform:
Reading Emails: To read an email, simply click on it in the email list, and its contents will be displayed in the email preview section. You can scroll through the email, view attachments, and take actions like replying or forwarding.
Organizing Emails: Roundcube allows you to create folders to organize your emails. To create a new folder, right-click on the "Mail Folders" section and select "Create New Folder." Provide a name for the folder, and it will be added to your folder list.
Sending Emails: To compose and send a new email, click on the "Compose" button. Enter the recipient's email address, subject, and compose the email content. You can also attach files to your email by clicking on the paperclip icon.
Managing Contacts: Roundcube provides a contacts section where you can create, edit, and delete contacts. To add a contact, click on the "Contacts" tab and select "New Contact." Fill in the contact details and click "Save."
Managing Folders: You can perform various actions on your folders, such as renaming or deleting them. Right-click on a folder in the "Mail Folders" section to access the available options.
Settings and Customization
Roundcube allows you to customize certain aspects of your email settings and preferences. Here's how you can access and customize your Roundcube settings:
In Roundcube, click on the "Settings" option located in the top-right corner of the interface.
You will be presented with different settings categories, including General, Identities, Folders, Preferences, and Plugins.
Explore each category to modify settings according to your preferences. For example, in the "Identities" section, you can edit your email display name and signature.
Make the desired changes to your settings and click on the "Save" button to apply them.
Additionally, Roundcube offers plugin support, allowing you to extend its functionality. You can enable or disable plugins in the "Plugins" section of the settings.
Feel free to experiment with the available options and customize Roundcube to suit your needs.
Conclusion
Roundcube in cPanel provides a user-friendly and feature-rich webmail experience, allowing you to conveniently manage your emails, folders, and contacts from any web browser. With its intuitive interface and customizable settings, Roundcube offers a seamless email management solution for cPanel users.
Feel free to explore the various features and options available in Roundcube to make the most out of your email experience. If you have any questions or encounter any issues, don't hesitate to consult the cPanel documentation or reach out to their support team for assistance.
We hope this guide has provided you with a comprehensive understanding of Roundcube in cPanel. Enjoy managing your emails with ease and efficiency using Roundcube!
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