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Microsoft 365 - Introducing new Outlook for Windows

The new Outlook for Windows brings the latest features, intelligent assisted capabilities and a new modern and simplified design to your Outlook app. You can tailor it to your style and do more with new Outlook for Windows This change can be previewed with the return of the Try New Outlook toggle.

How can you switch to the new version

All you need to do is slide the Try the New Outlook toggle located in the upper-right corner of your classic Outlook for Windows, and follow the onscreen instructions.

Try the new outlook button

Is the new version of Outlook client supported

Yes. Please contact the DoIT Help Desk so the issue can be reviewed and handled accordingly. If you continue to experience problems/issues/missing features, we recommend you switch back to the Classic version of Outlook.

How do I see the version of the new Outlook client I am running

Open new Outlook > Settings> General> About Outlook.

How do I force update to the latest version of the new Outlook client I am running

  • Close new Outlook and classic if opened
  • Open Run dialog
  • Enter the following: olk.exe --force-update (This starts the installer silently to update before launching the client)

Are the features/settings the same between Classic and New Outlook

No. There are many differences between the two clients. Learn more.

How to switch back to standard version of Outlook

To switch back to the classic version of Outlook, toggle New Outlook setting to off to and follow the onscreen instructions.

Additional resources

Getting Started with the new Outlook for Windows

Outlook Help and Learning

Things to look forward to in the new Outlook for Windows

Insider look at the new Outlook for Windows

Migrate your settings to the new Outlook for Windows



Keywordsmicrosoft ms office365 o365 m365 365 enable disable features settings version coming soon toggle try classicDoc ID116986
OwnerO365 S.GroupMicrosoft 365
Created2022-02-25 10:30:40Updated2024-09-27 06:28:39
SitesDoIT Help Desk, Microsoft 365
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