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I accidentally deleted the "deleted messages" category of emails. How do I get it back?

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I accidentally deleted my "messages Deleted" folder in Thunderbird email. How do I restore that folder?

I accidentally deleted my "messages Deleted" folder in Thunderbird email. How do I restore that folder?

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If you are using IMAP, a new Trash folder will be automatically created by Thunderbird when it starts.

If you are using POP:

  1. In the folder list, right-click on your account name and select 'New Folder'.
  2. Enter 'Trash' as folder's name and confirm by clicking on 'Create Folder'.
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If you are using IMAP, a new Trash folder will be automatically created by Thunderbird when it starts.

If you are using POP:

  1. In the folder list, right-click on your account name and select 'New Folder'.
  2. Enter 'Trash' as folder's name and confirm by clicking on 'Create Folder'.
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Thanks! Problem solved.