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How do I install a dictionary for the first time

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davidedge3
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I am using Thunderbird on a new computer. I do not have a dictionary available. How do I install one for the first time>

I am using Thunderbird on a new computer. I do not have a dictionary available. How do I install one for the first time>

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'Menu icon' > 'Options' > 'Options' > Composition' > 'Spelling' tab

Language: allows you to select from a list of various already installed dictionaries.

click on 'Download More Dictionaries' click on OK

A new tab will open in Thunderbird locate the language and click on 'Download dictionary'

You can see what 'Dictionaries you have downloaded and whether they are enabled: 'Menu icon' > 'Add-ons' select the 'Dictionaries' icon - usually the one at the bottom - icon looks like an orange book with a tick on it.

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Toad-Hall
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'Menu icon' > 'Options' > 'Options' > Composition' > 'Spelling' tab

Language: allows you to select from a list of various already installed dictionaries.

click on 'Download More Dictionaries' click on OK

A new tab will open in Thunderbird locate the language and click on 'Download dictionary'

You can see what 'Dictionaries you have downloaded and whether they are enabled: 'Menu icon' > 'Add-ons' select the 'Dictionaries' icon - usually the one at the bottom - icon looks like an orange book with a tick on it.

davidedge3
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Thank you so much. I was tearing my hair out because my spelling is not too good.

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