Disable hyperlink trigger of Mac Mail

I think I may wish to disable Mac Mail. The problem is that when I click on a hyperlink in a document cell in a pread sheet that contains a hyperlink (e-mail address) my Mac automatically starts Mac Mail and presents a new mail message that is already addressed. I do not want Mac Mail to automatically open. How can I prevent this from happening or am I just stuck with this feature? Should I remove Mac Mail from my applications if I do not use it?

Hi Shirley,
Should I remove Mac Mail from my applications if I do not use it?
That'd be the easiest thing.

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