Microsoft lets you swap New Outlook's looks with the face of Outlook Classic
Functionality not all there yet, but at least Redmond's latest and greatest appears a bit more like its predecessor
Microsoft has introduced a new feature that allows users to change the appearance of Outlook on the Web and New Outlook for Windows to resemble the Classic Outlook interface. This feature, which can be accessed through the appearance settings, provides a more familiar layout and visual style while preserving the functionality of the new Outlook.
The update aims to assist users in transitioning from Classic Outlook without losing any essential features, such as offline capabilities or support for .pst files. The toggle for this change will be available in the setting menu, and a global rollout is expected to be complete by the end of October. Microsoft is gradually phasing out Classic Outlook, with the new platform to become mandatory for all users in the future.
The company has promised a 12-month notice for administrators to prepare for the transition, and support for Classic Outlook will continue until at least 2029. Despite the changes, Microsoft emphasizes that the updated design does not compromise the core functionality of the new Outlook.
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