Putting names and address in Mail's address book

Over many years, I'd have to say that I have almost never been able to make changes in the Mail Address Book without outside help. Well, this time is no different, HELP!
How do I add a name and number to Address Book? Don't refer me to Apples's instructions, because they didn't help, first all because I couldn't get to Address Book.

Niku wrote:
Over many years, I'd have to say that I have almost never been able to make changes in the Mail Address Book without outside help. Well, this time is no different, HELP!
You have the ability to view an Address Panel in Mail, but it just allows you to view your contact, not edit them.
To edit contact you need to open the Contacts app (it's not called Address Book anymore). If the Contacts app is not in your Dock you should be able to find it in your Applications folder.
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