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I just installed Mozilla Thunderbird today and being new to the program I have mistakenly placed all mail into the trash folder. How do I move them back?

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Sayitright
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I accidentally placed all my inbox emails into the trash folder. Is there a safe way to move these messages from the trash folder back to where I want them in the inbox?

Thanks in advance for you help!

I accidentally placed all my inbox emails into the trash folder. Is there a safe way to move these messages from the trash folder back to where I want them in the inbox? Thanks in advance for you help!

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Drag and drop them to the new folder or right click them and select Move To.

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Drag and drop them to the new folder or right click them and select Move To.

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Airmail,

Thanks a bunch... This resolved my issue. Really appreciate your help!