Mail font too small

How do I change the size of the outgoing mail font for reading purposes?

It should change the size of the font in your message pane when you're composing. In the body of the email right click on a word for a context menu and choose "Show Fonts". Does it work that way?
The recipient should receive your message in whatever size and font they have set in their preferences.

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