Mail - Photo Browser Empty

Hello All,
I'm new to mac and I just switched from windows. The photo browser Apple Mail doesn't display any photos, or audio or video. How do I fix this?
Thanks for your help in advance.
Rufus.

Do you have photos in iPhoto or Aperture? I think you need to have photos in one of them (or Photo Booth) in order for any to show up.

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