This page has answers to frequently asked questions regarding Thunderbird and Windows 7.
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Does Thunderbird work on Windows 7?
Yes, Thunderbird works fine with Windows 7 (and earlier versions of Windows).
Is Thunderbird a 64-bit application?
No, Thunderbird is a 32-bit application. However, 64-bit Windows 7 supports both 32-bit and 64-bit applications.
How do I transfer my messages from Microsoft Outlook, Windows Mail or Windows Live Mail to Thunderbird?
See Switching to Thunderbird for instructions.
How do I Configure Thunderbird as the Default Email Client
Setting Thunderbird as your default email client lets other programs know to launch Thunderbird when you need to send an email. For example, when you surf the web with your web browser and click on a link to email a contact, your computer will start Thunderbird so you can send the email.
Thunderbird will ask if you would like to make Thunderbird your default email client during the setup process.
You can also set up Thunderbird as your default email client by going to the menu and selecting . On the tab in the panel, mark the check box next to Always check to see if Thunderbird is the default email client on startup.
You can also go to the Windows Menu and select 'Default Programs' in the right column above the 'Help and Support' link. Select 'Set your default programs'. Look for Thunderbird in the Programs listing and select 'Set this program as default'.
