Select the message recipients.

When you compose a message in the Email tool, you have the option to select recipients in the course by role, section, or group.
You may also add other recipients who are not enrolled in the course by selecting Add Other Recipients.
Choose recipients by role.

Select the Roles link to expand the list of roles within the site. You may also select the link for a role (e.g., Student) to expand the list and show individual users with that role.
Place a check mark next to the roles and/or individual recipients you would like to address in your message.
Choose recipients by section.

Select the Sections link to expand the list of existing sections within the site. You may also select the link for a section (e.g., Section 1) to expand the list and show individual users in that section.
Place a check mark next to the sections you would like to address in your message.
Choose recipients by group.

Select the Groups link to expand the list of existing groups within the site. You may also select the link for a group (e.g., Test Group -1) to expand the list and show individual users in that group.
Place a check mark next to the groups you would like to address in your message.
Add an attachment. (Optional)

Select the Attach a file link if you would like to browse for and attach a file to your email.
Select to receive a copy. (Optional)

If you would like to be copied on the email message, select the box next to Send me a copy.
Sakai does not keep a copy of emails sent through the Email tool. If you require a record of a sent email, make sure to select this option.
Select to add to Email Archive. (Optional)

If you would like the email message to be added to the course Email Archive, select the box next to Add to Email Archive, visible to all site participants.
Note: This option only appears if the Email Archive tool is active in your site.