Common questions about Default Display for CC and BCC usually focus on field differences, default visibility behavior, and adding recipients from contacts; this FAQ includes 4 common questions and a glossary.
FAQ
What is the difference between Cc and Bcc?
- Cc is used to keep related people informed about the message.
- Recipients in Cc are usually visible to other recipients.
- Bcc is used to hide selected recipient addresses from regular recipients.
Why did the current message window not change after I enabled the default display setting?
- Make sure you saved Always show Cc and Always show Bcc in Sending Settings.
- Close the compose window that is already open.
- Create a new message and check whether the Cc and Bcc fields appear automatically.
How do I add multiple Cc or Bcc recipients at one time?
- Show the Cc or Bcc field first.
- Enter multiple email addresses directly.
- Separate the addresses in the way supported by the interface, or use the + button to add contacts one by one.
How do I choose a Cc recipient from contacts?
- Show the Cc or Bcc field in the compose window.
- Click the + button next to the field.
- Select a contact and add that person to the target field.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cc | Carbon copy. It sends a visible copy of a message to additional recipients who should stay informed. |
| Bcc | Blind carbon copy. It sends a hidden copy of a message to selected recipients without showing their addresses to regular recipients. |
| Sending Settings | The settings area in Mail that controls compose-related behavior, including default field display options. |