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Writer's pictureSharon Rajendra Manmothe

How to Activate Focused Inbox in Outlook

Activate Focused Inbox in Outlook :

  • Open your Outlook desktop app.

  • Navigate to the View tab.

  • In the Layout section, select Show Focused Inbox.

  1. Tailor Focused Inbox to Your Preferences (Optional):

  2. Access Settings by clicking the gear icon in the top right corner.

  3. Go to View.

  4. Under Layout, select Settings for Focused Inbox.

  5. Here, you can:

  • Adjust folder placement based on importance.

  • Train Focused Inbox by marking emails as "Important" or "Not Important" using the flag icons next to the sender.

  1. Optimize Email Management with "Clutter" for Low-Priority Messages:

  • "Clutter" automatically categorizes less important emails.

  • Locate "Clutter" in the folder list on the left side of your Outlook window.

  • To retrieve an email from "Clutter":

  1. Right-click the email.

  2. Choose Move to Inbox.

  3. Harness AI Writing Assistance for Enhanced Communication (Preview):

  • Note: This feature may not be universally available in all Outlook versions.

  • While composing an email, watch for the light bulb icon next to the subject line for AI-powered suggestions on rephrasing or adding attachments.

  1. Expedite Actions with Quick Action Icons:

  • One-click actions, such as scheduling meetings or flagging emails for follow-up, are denoted by icons next to emails.

  1. Explore External AI Add-ins (Optional):

  • Launch Outlook on your desktop.

  • Click the Get Add-ins button.

  • Search for AI or browse categories for desired functionalities, such as email summarization or response generation.

Popular AI Add-in Functionalities Include:

  • Email Summarization: Tools like "Summarize.email" or "TLDR this."

  • Response Generation: Explore "YAP mail" or "Respond with AI" for AI-driven reply suggestions.

  • Effortless Meeting Scheduling: Consider "Calendly" or "Doodle" for automated scheduling.

Remember:

  • Prioritize add-ins with robust security measures to safeguard your data.

  • Experiment with free trials or limited versions to find the best-fit add-ins for your workflow.

By integrating built-in AI features and external add-ins strategically, you can maximize productivity in Outlook, efficiently manage emails, and focus on key tasks.

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