change thunderbirds trash folder

To change the folder Thunderbird uses for deleted items:

  • go to Tools > Options > Advanced > Config Editor

  • filter for mail.server

  • look for the server config you want to change, e.g. mail.server.server3

  • add a string to that server, e.g.: mail.server.server3.trash_folder_name

  • enter the name of the folder to use

  • restart thunderbird