Getting Started Understanding Outlook Display Options
Outlook offers a variety of ways to tailor your email view, enhancing your productivity and making it easier to manage your inbox. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for customizing the appearance of your message list, utilizing the Focused Inbox, and configuring the reading pane across New Outlook, Classic Outlook, and Outlook on the web/Outlook.com.
Whether you prefer to see emails grouped by conversation or as individual messages, Outlook provides the flexibility to match your preferences. This guide will help you navigate the settings and personalize your Outlook experience.
New Outlook Changing Email Display in
To change the message list display in New Outlook, go to Settings > Mail > Layout. Here, you'll find several options:
You can adjust options such as Focused Inbox settings, message organization (grouped by conversation or individual messages), reading pane appearance (right, bottom, or hide), and message list format (sender name first or subject first).
These settings allow for a streamlined email experience tailored to your specific needs. Be sure to save changes after adjusting settings.
Classic Outlook Customizing the View in
Classic Outlook offers similar customization options, although the navigation differs slightly. To add and remove columns, go to the View tab > Change View > Single or Preview. Select View Settings in the Current View group to access Advanced View Settings.
In the Advanced View Settings window, select Columns to add or remove fields. You can add columns from the 'Available columns' list and even create custom columns to display the information most important to you. Remember to select 'OK' to apply your changes.
Changing your view to a list view is essential if you plan on adding or removing columns. This allows for greater customization.
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Key Takeaways
Quick Tips for Customizing Your Outlook
Focused Inbox
Prioritize important emails by using Focused Inbox to separate important messages from other less critical emails.
Message Organization
Choose to display emails grouped by conversation or as individual messages for a more tailored experience.
Reading Pane
Configure the reading pane to appear on the right, bottom, or to hide it completely based on your preference.
Outlook on the Web Personalizing and Outlook.com
Outlook on the web and Outlook.com provide similar customization options, accessible via Settings > Mail > Layout.
Options include Focused Inbox, message organization, reading pane appearance, and message list format.
The interface is similar to New Outlook, making personalization consistent across platforms. Review the provided instructions for making adjustments to your Outlook.com email view.