Thunderbird 136: Updates and Improvements in the Latest Version
Mozilla Thunderbird continues to evolve with version 136, incorporating new features and enhancements to optimize the user experience. This update stands out for offering greater control over the appearance and behavior of the email client, as well as fixing bugs and improving performance.
Key Changes in Thunderbird 136
New Appearance Panel
One of the most significant changes in this version is the introduction of a new appearance settings panel. From here, users can define how messages are sorted and grouped across all their folders. Options include:
- Ungrouped
- Group by threads (default)
- Group by sorting criteria
Additionally, users can now set the message order globally, with options such as:
- Ascending order (newer messages at the bottom)
- Descending order (newer messages at the top)
This makes it easier to personalize the email client according to user preferences and eliminates the need to modify settings manually for each folder.
Automatic and Fast Dark Mode
Thunderbird now automatically adjusts message colors based on the system's display mode, preventing the visual impact of emails with a white background in dark environments. A quick switch has also been added to the email header to toggle between light and dark modes without accessing the settings.
Interface Fixes and Improvements
- Improved compatibility with HiDPI screens, preventing email addresses in headers from being displayed incorrectly.
- Font size changes within the application now apply correctly to all interface areas.
- Fixed the closing of inactive message databases to enhance performance.
Bug Fixes and Performance Optimization
The update also includes several bug fixes to improve Thunderbird's stability. Some of the most notable are:
- Fixed issues with messages being incorrectly grouped in unified folders.
- Resolved failures in new email notifications for IMAP accounts.
- Fixed an issue where sending emails to multiple SMTP servers could fail without warning.
- Improved .EML file management, allowing attachments to be properly removed or unlinked.
- Fixed errors in email searching and deletion in Gmail accounts.
Security Updates
As with every new version, Thunderbird 136 includes security patches to fix recently detected vulnerabilities, ensuring user data protection.
How to Get Thunderbird 136?
Users can download Thunderbird 136 from Mozilla's official website by selecting the stable release version. For those using the ESR (Extended Support Release) version, some of these improvements will arrive in future updates.
If you use Thunderbird on Ubuntu and have it installed as a Snap package, the ESR version will remain the default. However, you can switch to the beta channel to access version 136.
With this update, Thunderbird continues to demonstrate its commitment to continuous improvement, offering a more personalized, efficient, and secure experience for its users. If you haven't updated yet, now is the time to try these new features!
