What's new in Microsoft 365
As a Microsoft 365 subscriber, you regularly get new and improved Office features. Take a look below to see what's available to you today.
Here's what's new in Version 16.0.13530.20316, the December release. Find your Office version
Note: If you use Office at work, the availability of the features above may vary based on your company's update policies.
Get meeting suggestions when you search for a person
When you type a person’s name in the Search box, the most relevant email containing calendar invites will be included with your search suggestions.
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Every meeting online
Update your calendar settings to make every meeting you create a Teams Meeting by default so you no longer need to remember to click the Teams Meeting option.
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New Azure stencils and shapes
We've added many more stencils to help you create up-to-date Azure diagrams.
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What's new in your favorite Office app
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November: Version 2010 (Build 13426.20306)
Save time while composing messages
Outlook shows you writing suggestions that help you compose messages quickly. To accept the suggestion, just use the Tab key.
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Unhide many sheets at the same time
No need to unhide one sheet at a time anymore -- unhide multiple hidden sheets at once.
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Create a custom data type in Power Query
Use any data source to create a custom data type that lets you load multiple related pieces of information into one column.
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October: Version 2009 (Build 13328.20210)
Switch Office themes automatically
Office can automatically switch themes to match your Windows 10 theme settings. Go to File > Account and choose "Use system setting" under the Office Theme drop-down.
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Save shapes as pictures
In just a few clicks, save a shape, icon, or other object as a picture file so you can reuse it elsewhere.
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One-click writing suggestions
Apply writing suggestions with a single click. The updated Editor pane makes it easy to navigate between suggestions.
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Make polished Visio diagrams in Excel
Create data-driven diagrams like flowcharts or organizational charts from data in a worksheet.
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Break the language barrier with a built-in translator
Add-ins for translation aren't required anymore! In a message, right-click to translate specific words, phrases, or the whole message.
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Grammar checking's got your back
Outlook marks grammar errors as you type, so you can apply suggestions with a single click.
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Same signature, all devices
Your signature is stored in the cloud. Create it once and use it everywhere you use Outlook.
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Your Outlook settings in the cloud
Choose your Outlook for Windows settings like Automatic Replies, Focused Inbox, and Privacy, and get to them on any PC.
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Make quick edits using the Excel pen
With the action pen, you can directly handwrite in the cells, jot down data with ink that gets automatically converted to Excel data.
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September: Version 2009 (Build 13231.20200)
Help protect your data from malicious files
Application Guard helps protect you from malware by letting you read, print, and save Office files in an isolated container.
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Get email suggestions when you search for a person
When you type a person’s name in the Search box, the most relevant email messages will be included with your search suggestions.
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Writing suggestions at your fingertips
Word and Outlook shows you writing suggestions that help you write more efficiently by predicting text quickly, timely and accurately. To accept the suggestion, just use the Tab key.
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Make quick edits using the Excel pen
With the action pen, you can directly handwrite in the cells, jot down data with ink that gets automatically converted to Excel data.
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July: Version 2008 (Build 13127.20296)
Better collaboration with modern comments
Add comments to objects, @mention colleagues, and resolve comment threads for a better collaboration experience.
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June: Version 2007 (Build 13029.20308)
Create variables to use in formulas
Improve performance, readability, and composability with the LET function. This function allows you to create named variables in new or pre-existing formulas.
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Filter and sort without disrupting others
Sort and filter your Excel file while collaborating with others with Sheet View. The view prevents you from being impacted by other user’s sorts and filters while coauthoring the document.
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May: Version 2006 (Build 13001.20266)
Know who's in your document
See who else is working along with you, and where they are in the document. You'd find this experience across other Office apps.
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Save to your pinned folder
Pinned folders stay near the top of your Save locations so you can quickly access the folder you need.
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No need for a clicker: your earbuds have you covered
Use your Surface Earbuds to control PowerPoint presentations. Once paired, you'll need to enable the feature in PowerPoint to use it.
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Pick where to search
The new search scope drop down allows you to modify your search and switch more easily between Current Folder and Current Mailbox.
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April: Version 2005 (Build 12827.20268)
New images to bring your documents to life
Thousands of royalty-free stock images, icons, and stickers you can use in your documents. Go to Insert > Pictures > Stock Images to get started.
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Have a question? Ask Excel:
Excel Ideas allows you to ask questions about your data - no need to spend time writing formulas.
This feature is available only in English.
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Calendar gets a makeover
See visual updates that make your calendar easier to scan.
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March: Version 2004 (Build 12730.20236)
Annotate your private copy
Create hand written notes for your eyes by making a private copy of a shared document. Go to View > Create a Private Copy to get started.
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Keep your tools handy
In your drawing toolbox, find the intelligent pen that allows you to add ink gestures to text.
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Up-level your writing
Go to Home > Editor to see everything from clarity to conciseness suggestions for your document.
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Tame your big workbook
Cells, formulas, charts, tables... get a snapshot of your workbook with Workbook Statistics.
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Link to a slide
Ask a colleague to contribute to your slide deck, and start them directly on the slide you need help with.
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Join meetings without leaving your inbox
No need to switch to your calendar to join online meetings. With the Calendar pinned to the To-Do pane, join any meeting with just one click.
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Friendlier link names in email
When you include a link to a file, the file name replaces the URL. You can change permissions so all recipients have access.
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Jazz up your files and email
Give your presentations, documents, and email messages more flair with free, high-quality stock images and backgrounds.
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February: Version 2003 (Build 12624.20320)
Pick your perfect color
Use hex color codes to choose exactly the color you want for your font, text highlight, and more.
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Drag email to a group you own
Move and copy messages and conversations by dragging them from your inbox. Messages you drag will be shared with all group members.
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Better results—in a jiffy
We've updated the Search experience to make it smarter, faster, and more reliable than ever.
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Automatically use new data types
When you type a data value that resembles a stock or a geographic location, Excel offers to convert it to the right connected data type - Stocks or Geography.
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Better diagrams
With better connectors and a smoother ink conversion process you can ink your ideas more confidently.
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January: Version 2002 (Build 12527.20194)
Lasso your ink
The Lasso tool on the Draw tab helps you select objects drawn with ink. Select individual strokes, or whole words.
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Look left, look right… XLOOKUP is here!
Row by row, find anything you need in a table or range with XLOOKUP.
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More insight from your data
Get a deeper understanding of your data using the new data profiling views in Power Query Editor.
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Help protect data in your group
The Sensitivity label you choose when creating a group is applied to group email, documents, and team sites.
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December: Version 2001 (Build 12430.20288)
GIFs in a jiffy
In just a few clicks, save a shape, icon, or other object as a picture file so you can reuse it elsewhere.
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November: Version 1912 (Build 12235.20288)
Read and reply on the fly
Respond to comments and mentions right from email without opening the workbook.
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October: Version 1910 (Build 12130.20272)
Ink-stant replay
When using ink on your slides, apply a replay animation to replay the inking during your slide show.
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Arrange elements on your slides for screen readers
See the elements in screen-reading order and re-arrange them as necessary to communicate your message effectively.
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Convert files to improve accessibility
Upgrade your files to the modern format to make them more accessible for everyone.
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Create more accessible PDFs
Create a PDF and the accessibility checker will point out accessibility issues to fix before you save.
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Workflows come alive with Flow
Easy automation: design your workflows in Visio and export them to Microsoft Flow.
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September: Version 1909 (Build 12026.20264)
Say it another way
When you want to say it differently, Rewrite is there to help. Rewrite offers alternatives for finessing your phrases.
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Sharpen your lines with SVG
For crisper, clearer images, save a chart, shape, or other illustration as a scalable vector graphic. Save your slides as SVGs too!
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See your messages in a different light
Use the Sun/Moon button to switch between light and dark backgrounds in the reading pane. *Requires Black theme.
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August: Version 1908 (Build 11929.20254)
Search and enjoy
We've added Search to Insert Icons to make it easy to find the icon you want. And when you're selecting, the Insert button tells you how many you've picked.
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Focus on what's left to do
Select Resolve to collapse comments and make open items stand out.
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Code quickly with Power Query enhancements
Get to code completion quickly with auto-complete and syntax coloring. Easily discover functions, columns, and parameters, too.
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Join tables on similar columns
Get & Transform (Power Query) now features approximate text matching logic (also called fuzzy matching) when comparing columns for merging tables.
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Back to the scene of the crime*
Use new Evidence, Indoor, and Outdoor stencils in the Crime Scene Investigation template to recreate crime scenes in detail. Find the template under Maps and Floorplans.
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*Requires a Visio Online Plan 2 subscription. Only available in the US.
Print slide numbers on handouts
Slide numbers are included on your handouts automatically. Leave them on, turn them off, it's all up to you.
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July: Version 1907 (Build 11901.20176)
No more bouncing to the browser
You decide how links to Office documents open: in the browser or in the app. See Link Handling under File > Options > Advanced.
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Online videos have a new home*
Save a video to Microsoft Stream, the intelligent video service in Microsoft 365, so that anyone in your organization can see it. Insert the video link and enjoy the multimedia presentation at a fraction of the file size.
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* Requires a Commercial or EDU subscription
Erase with precision
Choose from two eraser sizes to fix small inking imperfections.
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Export process diagrams to Word
Automatically add diagram content, such as shapes and metadata, to a Word document. Then customize the document to create process guidelines and operation manuals.
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June: Version 1906 (Build 11727.20230)
More icons to match your mood
We've added over 300 new icons. Find them at Insert > Icons.
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Get their attention with @mentions
Use @mentions in comments to let others know when you need their input.
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Let me draw it out
Scribble on top of pictures or add a Drawing Canvas to send your thoughts with ink.
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We've updated the Outlook experience for you
A simplified experience, previously available for preview with Coming Soon, designed to help you focus on what matters most.
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A simplified ribbon that's customizable, too
Enjoy a streamlined, single row of the most frequently used buttons. Easily switch between classic and Simplified views, and pin/unpin commands.
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Relaxed or tight, you choose
Tighter Spacing lets you decide if you want more space between items, or a tighter layout to see more.
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May: Version 1905 (Build 11629.20196)
Switch seamlessly
The new account manager shows all of your work and personal accounts in one place. Switching between them has never been easier.
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Connect your LinkedIn network with Outlook
Securely connect your LinkedIn account with your Microsoft account to see information from LinkedIn profiles directly in the People card.
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Pick your favorite action
Don't use Flag and Delete? How about Archive or Mark as Read? Customize the quick action menu with the commands you use most.
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Export Visio visuals from Power BI
Visio Visual for Power BI will now display properly when you export Power BI reports as PDFs, PowerPoint files, and more.
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Double-take on data flowcharts
Gorgeous new layouts for Data Visualizer flowcharts are clean, crisp, and easy to understand. Click the Design tab for options.
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April: Version 1904 (Build 11601.20144)
Export process diagrams to Word
Automatically add diagram content, such as shapes and metadata, to a Word document. Then customize the document to create process guidelines and operation manuals.
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Add color to your page
New page colors mean that if an all-white or all-black background isn't for you, it's a snap to change it up.
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March: Version 1903 (Build 11425.20202)
Improve comprehension with Line Focus
Move through a document, line by line, without distractions. Adjust the focus to put one, three, or five lines in view at a time.
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Better shapeshifting
Name your shapes for more control over how they morph and get the perfect transition.
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Why reinvent when you can re-use?
Save time by re-using slides that you created or that others have shared with you.
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Increase the reach of your content
Accessibility checker keeps an eye on your documents and tells you in the status bar when it finds something you should look at. Try it by clicking Review > Check Accessibility.
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Keep tabs on your database objects
Clearly see the active tab, easily drag tabs to rearrange them, and close database objects with just one click.
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February: Version 1902 (Build 11328.20146)
Save your changes as they happen
Upload your files to OneDrive to make sure all your updates are saved automatically.
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You compute, we format
We change hard-drawn math expressions into standard characters. Just choose Ink to Math and select your handwritten notes to get started.
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January: Version 1901 (Build 11231.20130)
Get their attention with @mentions
Use @mentions in comments to let co-workers know when you need their input.
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Collaborate effectively with comments and @mentions
Keep the conversation going right in your worksheet with the built-in reply box and let co-workers know that you need their input by using @mentions.
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They'll see what you meme
When text or static images just won't do, use an animated GIF to make your point.
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All your encryption options in one place
Manage the security of your email messages by setting the appropriate level of permission using Options > Encrypt.
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Latest updates for Mac
Here's what's new in Version 16.44.20121301, the December update.
One-click Writing Suggestions
Apply writing suggestions with a single click. Editor corrects spelling and grammar and gives you ideas for refining your writing.
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Unhide Many Sheets at the Same Time
No need to unhide one sheet at a time anymore—unhide multiple hidden sheets at once.
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Create GIFs with transparent backgrounds
When exporting to an Animated GIF, a new option will allow you to make the background transparent.
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Export animated GIF in a range
Select a range of slides when exporting to animated GIF.
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More about releases
Previous releases
November: Version 16.43 (Build 20110804)
Watch Your Formulas
Watch cells across multiple sheets and books in a single pane or window.
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Present your slide show in a windowed experience
Reading View lets you multi-task and have several windowed slide shows.
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October: Version 16.42 (Build 20100402)
Jazz up Your Files
Give your documents, slides and spreadsheets more flair with free, high-quality stock images, icons, and stickers. Go to Insert > Pictures > Stock Images to get started.
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Make Polished Visio Diagrams in Excel
Create data-driven diagrams like flowcharts or organizational charts from data in a worksheet.
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Discover the new Outlook
Check out the new experience across Mail, Calendar, People, and Search. It’s got improved performance, simplicity, and long-awaited new features.
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August: Version 16.40 (Build 20081000)
Say it with ink
Use your digital pen to illustrate your points while recording a presentation and your ink strokes will be recorded as well.
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July: Version 16.39 (Build 20071300)
Create Variables to Use in Formulas
Improve performance, readability, and composability with the LET function. This function allows you to create named variables in new or pre-existing formulas.
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Filter and Sort Without Disrupting Others
Create your own views while collaborating with others in Excel, so you can filter and sort without disrupting what others see.
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Quick Action at Your Fingertips
Actionable Messages allow you take quick actions like approving, filling a survey, right within your email.
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June: Version 16.38 (Build 20061401)
Pull Data from a Photo
Add table data from pictures, from the Insert tab or directly from your iPhone.
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Present the Latest to your Audience
Keep your slides updated automatically while you are presenting.
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May: Version 16.37 (Build 20051002)
Tell it like you mean it
Got a question about your data? In Excel Ideas, enter a question and we'll get you the answer.
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A Faster Way to Add Cells
Enable Click To Add Mode, then type = and select some cells to quickly create a formula that adds the cell values. Find the option at Menu > Preferences > Edit.
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Search Gets an Upgrade
We have made it easier for you to search for things in your slide deck. Now, instead of seeing dialog boxes, your results will show in one place: the search box.
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April: Version 16.36 (Build 20041300)
Automatically use new data types
When you type a data value that resembles a possible stock or geographic location, Excel offers to convert it to the appropriate connected data type - Stocks or Geography.
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Get Stats on Your Workbook
Workbook Statistics provides an overview of the content of a workbook, to help you more easily discover its contents. Choose Review > Workbook Statistics.
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Find What You're Looking for
Use the search box to find text, commands, help, and more.
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Link to Slide
Ask a colleague to contribute to your slide deck, and start them directly on the slide you need help with a link to the slide.
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Updated Print Settings
We listened to you, now set the print orientation at the worksheet level in your workbooks.
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March: Version 16.35(Build 20030802)
Refresh queries from SQL Server
Choose Data > Refresh All to refresh Power Query queries in your workbook from the Microsoft SQL Server.
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Know what's next
In the Presenter View, you can now hide the current slide and see only the next slide to view what's coming next in your presentation. Drag the line divider to the left side of the screen to collapse the current slide view.
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February: Version 16.34(Build 20020900)
Type Hands-free
Got a microphone? Click Dictate and watch Word type while you talk.
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Look left, look right… XLOOKUP is here!
Row by row, find anything you need in a table or range with XLOOKUP.
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January: Version 16.33 (Build 2001301)
GIFs in a jiffy
One slide, one frame. Easily create looping GIFs. Just insert media, animations, and text on your slide, and then export or save as an animated GIF.
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November: Version 16.31 (Build 19111002)
Create stunning, high-quality diagrams in Excel
With the Visio Data Visualizer add-in for Excel, create basic flowcharts, cross-functional flowcharts, and organizational charts from data in an Excel workbook. If you then edit the diagram in Visio, your changes are synced back to Excel.
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October: Version 16.30 (Build 19101301)
Ink-stant Replay
Animate an ink drawing so that it replays forward or backward during your slide show.
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August: Version 16.28 (Build 19081202)
Sketch it out
Give a casual, hand-drawn look to Office shapes in your presentation.
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Focus on what's left to do
Select Resolve to collapse comments and make open items stand out.
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Erase with precision
Choose from two eraser sizes to fix small inking imperfections.
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July: Version 16.27.19071500
Type a formula that returns multiple values
Quickly type a formula that returns multiple values, and they'll automatically spill into the neighboring cells.
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Six powerful functions
We’ve added six new functions to supercharge your spreadsheets: FILTER, SORT, SORTBY, UNIQUE, SEQUENCE and RANDARRAY.
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Online videos have a new home
Save a video to Microsoft Stream so that anyone in your organization can see it. Insert the video link and enjoy a multimedia presentation at a fraction of the file size.
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From Outlook to OneNote in just one click
With the click of a button you can save your Outlook messages and meeting notes to a OneNote notebook. Use it as an archive or as a convenient place to stash your stuff.
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Share attachments from your cloud files
With the click of a button you can save your Outlook messages and meeting notes to a OneNote notebook. Use it as an archive or as a convenient place to stash your stuff.
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June: Version 16.26.19060901
Subscript and superscript at a glance
If subscript, superscript, and strikethrough are your go-to formats, add them to your ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar so they're within easy reach.
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Get their attention with @mentions
Use @mentions in comments to let co-workers know when you need their input.
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May: Version 16.25.19051201
Get a faster start
Get recommendations based on your activity and what others are working on around you.
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File management in fewer clicks
Open a file and click the title in the title bar to see the filename and location. Rename or Move the file to a cloud location.
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Calling all macro users
Record a macro using relative references. When you play it back, it works in relation the active cell, not the cells used for recording.
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Your favorite commands within easy reach
Get quick, easy access to common actions like Find & Select, Zoom to Selection, Arrange All, and more. Find them on the ribbon.
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Key details for your contacts
Select a contact's name in a message or calendar event to see their photo, phone number, email, org chart, and more.
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April: Version 16.24.19041401
Watch your content come alive!
Insert animated 3D graphics to see hearts beat, planets orbit, and t-Rex rampage in your documents, worksheets, and slides.
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Easily save embedded media
Easily extract embedded videos and audio from presentations by pressing Control + click on the media element you want to save.
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Get their attention with @mentions
Use @mentions in comments to let co-workers know you need their input.
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Work faster with new shortcuts
New shortcuts provide functionality previously only seen in Windows. Available in all languages.
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February: Version 16.22.19021100
Draw naturally with your trackpad
Move your finger on the trackpad and watch the ink flow across the screen.
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January: Version 16.21.19011500
From iPad or iPhone to Word in a snap*
Use the Apple Continuity Camera to insert a photo from your iPad or your iPhone into your document.
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* Requires macOS Mojave
Latest updates for iOS
See what's new in version 2.45.21010605, the January update.
Call people using voice
Give your thumbs a break and use voice commands to speed up everyday tasks such as initiating a call. Tap the microphone in the search bar and say “Call Anna” or “Call Anna on Teams” and Outlook will place you a tap away from making that call. Available for eligible accounts in English in the United States.
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Toggle Email to Light Mode
In dark mode, if you’re reading an email you want to see in light mode, try our new toggle in the reading pane.
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Smart Compose
Outlook can now suggest words and phrases as you compose messages. When Outlook offers a suggestion, swipe to accept it.
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Use Headings to Navigate Your Document
Move between different headings of your document by creating an interactive outline. To get started, go to Home > Styles and apply heading styles.
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Want new features first?
Become an Office Insider to get early access to the latest Office innovations.
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December: Version 2.44 (20121101)
Rehearse your Presentation with Presenter Coach
Get feedback on the things that help keep an audience engaged — like pacing, pitch, filler words, sensitive phrases, and more.
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Schedule Meetings When Everyone is Available
When scheduling a meeting with colleagues, Outlook automatically provides time suggestions that makes it easy to find a time that works for everyone.
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Delegate Mailboxes
Delegates can now add other mailboxes and grant permissions from Outlook mobile, allowing them to send email on behalf of that mailbox.
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Play My Emails
Ask Cortana to read your recent messages aloud on your phone. You can also ask Cortana to flag, archive, delete, and skip messages. This feature is especially helpful to catch up on your email when you’re busy.
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Convert Images to PDF or PPT Readily
Select 'Share' in the phone gallery outside the Office app, to get to several actions like Create PPT, Create PDF and more. In addition, if there are any recent screenshots when you open the Office app, these are surfaced as a suggestions to covert to PDF or PPT.
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Stay on Top of What’s Important to You at a Glance on your Apple Watch
WatchOS 7 enables Outlook to introduce new complication improvements for mail and calendar. This way, not only can you choose from either or both mail or calendar complications, but the calendar complication will now include an indication of your free or busy status based on the color you’ve chosen for your Outlook Calendar color. The mail complication will also display how many unread messages you have in your Outlook Focused Inbox.
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Use Voice Commands Send a Quick Message
Tap the microphone in the search bar and say “Send an email to Lynn that I’m running late” and Outlook Mobile will place you a tap away from sending an email message. Available for eligible accounts in English in the United States.
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Use Voice Commands to Send a Quick Invite in Outlook
Tap the microphone in the search bar and say "Set up time with Perry on Thursday” and Outlook Mobile will place you a tap away from sending a meeting invite. Available for eligible accounts in English in the United States.
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November: Version 2.43 (20110606)
Open Your Spreadsheets in Multiple Windows
Work on multiple Excel files side-by-side on iPad. This feature is currently only available for iPadOS13 users.
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See a Snippet of Your Day
iOS 14 is out, and Outlook is ready. We’ve got new Calendar widgets that you can add directly to your home screen.
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Set Outlook as Your Default Email app with iOS and iPadOS 14
When iOS and iPadOS 14 are available and you update your OS, you can choose Outlook as your default email app.
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Stay on Top of What’s Important to You at a Glance on your Apple Watch
WatchOS 7 enables Outlook to introduce new complication improvements for mail and calendar. This way, not only can you choose from either or both mail or calendar complications, but the calendar complication will now include an indication of your free or busy status based on the color you’ve chosen for your Outlook Calendar color. The mail complication will also display how many unread messages you have in your Outlook Focused Inbox.
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Use Voice Commands Send a Quick Message
Tap the microphone in the search bar and say “Send an email to Lynn that I’m running late” and Outlook Mobile will place you a tap away from sending an email message. Available for eligible accounts in English in the United States.
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Use Voice Commands to Send a Quick Invite in Outlook
Tap the microphone in the search bar and say "Set up time with Perry on Thursday” and Outlook Mobile will place you a tap away from sending a meeting invite. Available for eligible accounts in English in the United States.
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October: Version 2.42 (2010080)
Get to Your Files Faster
Enjoy the new simplified Home experience within Word for iPad, along with quick access to your relevant files.
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Use a Pointing Device
Connect a trackpad or mouse to your iPad for another way to interact with Word.
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Open Multiple Outlook Windows on iPad
With iOS 14 you can use Apple’s Multitasking feature to open two apps at the same time. This means that you can open Outlook and Edge to copy and drag text and links to your email, helping you create and send compelling and informative emails. Microsoft also introduces the ability to drag and drop files and photos into Outlook.
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Build Forms with Microsoft Forms in the Office Mobile App
Now you can create new forms and track your recent ones right from the Office app.
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Review Documents Without Accidental Edits
Read mode makes it easier to review documents and scroll without making accidental edits.
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Book a Workspace in Outlook
Like how you'd book a conference room, you can now book a workspace in Outlook. See the availability of workspaces in your building and book a seat.
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Handwritten text converted automatically on iPad
With iOS 14 and Apple Pencil, Outlook users will be able to handwrite their messages and it will be converted to text automatically with Scribble.
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September: Version 2.41 (20090700)
Search your Inbox for files with natural language
Any file that you received or shared across other Office apps can be found right in your inbox by searching using natural language queries.
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August: Version 2.40 (20080300)
Tell Word What to Do
Use your voice to undo, delete, format text, and start lists. Select the mic to use voice commands.
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Create tasks from email
You can now create tasks in Outlook! To follow up on an email, just create a task from it. To add due dates and reminders, use the To Do app.
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Compose button has moved
The button to start composing a new email and creating a new event has moved from the top right of the screen to the bottom right, and is a floating button
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Outlook has a New look on the Apple Watch
Check out our vibrant Outlook blue on our re-designed Apple Watch app homepage!
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Get from email to a meeting faster!
Outlook now suggests that you create a meeting or send availability when we detect emails related to scheduling.
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Online meetings go beyond Skype and Teams
Now you can create and join meetings from the third party provider your company uses, like BlueJeans, WebEx, and Zoom. Once this feature is enabled by your administrator you'll see an option to add the online meeting information when creating an event.
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June: Version 2.38 (20060800)
Settle into Reading
The new reading mode won't let the keyboard pop up unexpectedly. When you're ready to edit, tap the pencil icon.
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Switch your Search
Quickly find what you're looking for by switching between search results in mail, people, and events.
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May: Version 2.37 (20050400)
Listen Naturally with Read Aloud
Word automatically can select a natural sounding voice for the text language in your document and read it for you.
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Work with Multiple Documents at the Same Time
Word can open two or more documents side by side for you to view and edit.
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April: Version 2.37(20050400)
Make tab items larger
Press and hold the tab bar items like icons, text to increase their size.
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March: Version 2.35 (20030102)
Edit Data Quickly on the go
Cards view, optimized for mobile devices makes it easier to view and edit data.
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February: Version 2.34(20020304)
Look left, look right… XLOOKUP is here!
Row by row, find anything you need in a table or range with XLOOKUP.
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January: Version 2.33 (20010900)
Always show up prepared
Emails and documents that are relevant to your meeting or appointment are included in the Meeting Insights section of your calendar event.
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Give those tired thumbs a rest!
Tap a suggested reply to jump-start your message. Don't worry, you'll have the chance to edit your response before it's sent. Only available in English, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese.
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December: Version 2.32 (19120304)
Do not disturb
Silence email and event notifications so you can focus on what matters most. Turn on Do Not Disturb by opening the left navigation pane and clicking the
(bell icon).
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Read and reply on the fly
Respond to comments and mentions right from email without opening the workbook.
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November: Version 2.31 (19110400)
Sensitivity labels now available
If your organization uses sensitivity labels when sending emails from other Outlook clients, you'll be glad to know that you can now apply those same labels to mails you send from Outlook for iOS. The available actions and protections, including encryption, will depend on the policies your organization defined in the Security & Compliance center.
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Accept new time proposals
When someone proposes a new time for your meeting, no need to go to your desktop client to respond. Accept, reply, or edit the proposal even when you're on the go.
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Propose new time
Did someone schedule a meeting over your lunch break? Quickly reply to the invitation with a new time proposal and optional message right from your mobile device.
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October: Version 2.30 (19101105)
Go easy on your eyes with Dark Mode
Use Dark Mode for a new look that's easy on your eyes and helps you focus on your work.
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View group calendars
Trouble keeping track of group calendars? View your list of Joined Groups in the Calendar sidebar and select on to overlay its calendar with yours.
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Create meetings and appointments in group calendars
Easily pull your group together by scheduling your event or meeting from the group calendar.
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Add a location to your meeting invites
Know the places you'll go! See the location in the meeting notification.
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Improve the security of your emails
With S/MIME you can digitally sign and encrypt your email messages to ensure that only recipients with the proper credentials can read them. Select your email account and then tap Security > S/MIME to enable.
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Smart Move
Effortlessly move emails to folders using Outlook folder suggestions!
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August: Version 2.28 (19080905)
Focus on what's left to do
Select Resolve to collapse comments and make open items stand out.
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Erase with precision
Choose from two eraser sizes to fix small inking imperfections.
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Got recurring events?
Update the meeting time for every event in a series at once!
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July: Version 2.27 (19070901)
Type a formula that returns multiple values
Quickly type a formula that returns multiple values, and they'll automatically spill into the neighboring cells.
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Six powerful functions
We’ve added six new functions to supercharge your spreadsheets: FILTER, SORT, SORTBY, UNIQUE, SEQUENCE and RANDARRAY.
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Shared mailboxes make teamwork easier
Easily stay up to date with team activities even when you're on the go. A shared mailbox lets you read and send team emails and view shared calendars while on the go.
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Mark as unread
Need to flag just one message in a conversation or mark it as unread? No problem. Simply open the conversation, tap on ... in the top right corner of the message, and click Unread or Flag.
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June: Version 2.26 (19060403)
Pick your destination
Use the Move command to easily move your cloud-based files from one folder to another.
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Get their attention with @mentions
Use @mentions in comments to let co-workers know when you need their input.
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Quicker access to your files
Find and access cloud files stored across your favorite cloud storage options: OneDrive, OneDrive for Business, SharePoint, Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox, and Box.
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Check your watch
Notifications are more glance-able to help you get where you need to be.
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May: Version 2.25 (19050601)
Get a faster start
Get recommendations based on your activity and what others are working on around you.
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Make it a Teams meeting
Now, when creating an event, make it a Teams meeting and invite those who aren't in the building to participate.
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Better and faster on Apple Watch
Pair your Apple Watch with your iPhone and enjoy the new lightning-fast Outlook app on your watch. Yes, we support the new Series 4 watch face!
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Quick access to your favorite people
Are there certain people you regularly exchange emails with? Tag those people as favorites and then quickly access all those messages you've sent back and forth.
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Get notifications only from your favorite people
Take control of your email alerts before they drive you to distraction. Outlook will notify you only when someone you've tagged as a favorite sends you an email. *Requires a Microsoft 365 or Outlook.com account.
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April: Version 2.24 (19041003)
Calendar in living colors
See any color categories created in Outlook Desktop, Outlook for Mac, or OWA, reflected in your Calendar on your iPhone or iPad.
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Calendar search
We heard you! Looking for an event? Your Calendar events are now showing as part of your search results so you can keep track of your busy life while on the go
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March: Version 2.23 (19030400)
Never be late again
Find out when you need to leave for an upcoming appointment or meeting to arrive on time.
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Better shapeshifting
Enjoy smoother Morph transitions authored in PowerPoint for Windows Desktop, PowerPoint for Mac, or PowerPoint Mobile.
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February: Version 2.22 (19020201)
Office now supports Apple Pencil 2
Got the Apple Pencil 2? Go ahead and double-tap.
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Ink that sparkles
Add some whimsy while you're writing with ink. Just toggle on "Sparkle Animation" in the Pen options and you'll get sparkles as you write.
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Latest updates for Android
Read on to see what's new in version 16.0.13530.20130, the December update.
Do more with PDFs
Add, edit, delete notes, shapes, and dates on your PDF.
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Find new recommendations under Search
Now you can find recently recorded meetings and SharePoint posts in the Recommended section on the Search tab.
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Create a PDF from Images
Select multiple images, convert, and share them as PDF via the Office shortcut – 'Create PDF' present in Share tray.
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Delegate Mailboxes
Delegates can now add other mailboxes and grant permissions from Outlook mobile, allowing them to send email on behalf of that mailbox.
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Tabbed Search results
Quickly find what you’re looking for by switching between search results in mail, people, and events.
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Recommended feed
Select the header of the Recommended section to bring up a vertical feed with more recommended documents, meeting recordings, and other personalized content.
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Want new features first?
Become an Office Insider and you'll be first in line to see new features and tell us what you think.
Previous versions
November: Version 16.0.13426.20082
Start your presentation on the go
Outline to PowerPoint lets you create a slide deck from a simple outline.
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Use Voice Commands to Send a Quick Invite in Outlook
Tap the microphone in the search bar and say "Set up time with Perry on Thursday” and Outlook Mobile will place you a tap away from sending a meeting invite. Available for eligible accounts in English in the United States.
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Use Voice Commands Send a Quick Message
Tap the microphone in the search bar and say “Send an email to Lynn that I’m running late” and Outlook Mobile will place you a tap away from sending an email message. Available for eligible accounts in English in the United States.
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October: Version 16.0.13328.20026
Build Forms with Microsoft Forms in the Office Mobile App
Now you can create new forms and track your recent ones right from the Office app.
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Book a workspace in Outlook
Like how you'd book a conference room, you can now book a workspace in Outlook. See the availability of workspaces in your building and book a seat.
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August: Version 16.0.13231.20130
Sync events on all your calendars
Want to sync events between Outlook and other calendars on your Android device? Outlook for Android now supports two-way calendar sync for Microsoft 365, Office 365, and Outlook.com accounts. Events created in other calendar apps (Samsung Calendar, Google Calendar, etc.) can viewed and edited from Outlook.
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Personalize your inbox experience
Customize email notification actions by navigating to Settings > Mail > Notifications. Choose from five custom actions, like Flag or Mark Read, or remove extraneous actions, and tailor email notifications to your heart’s content.
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Download Teams before your meeting
Avoid last minute downloads and delays and get Teams on your device before your meeting. Outlook now prompts you to download Teams when you create an online meeting that requires Teams.
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July: Version 16.0.13231.20130
Quickly digitize your documents
Scan your documents and convert them to Word format. Then edit in the same way you edit all your documents in Word.
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Tell Word what to do
Use your voice to undo, delete, format text, and start lists. Select the mic to use voice commands.
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Start your presentation on the go
Outline to PowerPoint lets you create a slide deck from a simple outline.
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Annotate PDF files with text
Add text boxes to your PDF files anywhere you want to.
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Continue reading PDFs
Easily resume reading PDF files where you left off.
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June: Version 16.0.13001.20166
Pitch perfect with Presenter Coach
Rehearse your presentation and get real-time suggestions for improvement.
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Browse photos with Gallery
Looking to highlight that perfect photo? Give Gallery a try - a new and immersive image browsing experience built right into the camera.
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May: Version 16.0.12827.20140
Top Results
See the most relevant messages in Outlook with Top Results. When you search for something, you will see the Top Results at the top of the search result list. .
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Get People info
See search results for contact info - like someone's phone number, email address, or office location - right in Outlook.
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Drag and drop
You can now share a file from the Home tab of your Microsoft Office app to your Outlook app. Drag the file from the Home tab and drop it into the compose message screen in your Outlook app.
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March: Version 16.0.12730.20182
See what’s next
Outlook now shows you what meeting in your calendar is coming up. You'll see it at the top of your inbox 30 minutes before the event starts.
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February: Version 16.0.12527.20090
Edit data quickly on the go
Cards view, optimized for mobile devices makes it easier to view and edit data.
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January: Version 16.0.12527.20090
Look left, look right… XLOOKUP is here!
Row by row, find anything you need in a table or range with XLOOKUP.
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December: Version 16.0.12325.20174
Do not disturb
Silence email and event notifications so you can focus on what matters most. Turn on Do Not Disturb by opening the left navigation pane and clicking the
(bell icon).
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Read and reply on the fly
Respond to comments and mentions right from email without opening the workbook.
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November: Version 16.0.12228.20260
See what you want to see
The Sort and Filter pane has been optimized for mobile so you can filter columns, apply conditional filters, and view a tree list for dates.
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Sensitivity labels now available
If your organization uses sensitivity labels when sending emails from other Outlook clients, you'll be glad to know that you can now apply those same labels to mails you send from Outlook for Android. The available actions and protections, including encryption, will depend on the policies your organization defined in the Security & Compliance center.
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Get insights before the meeting
Tired of scrambling for information before or during a meeting? Files and documents relevant to your meeting will now appear in the event description so you're always prepared.
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Get Outlook on the go
See your mail and act on it, all while on the go. Get the all new Outlook app for your watch today!
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October: Version 16.0.12130.20208
Two-pane layout for search
Using a tablet? You'll enjoy our new search experience optimized for larger screens.
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View group calendars
Trouble keeping track of group calendars? View your list of Joined Groups in the Calendar sidebar and select on to overlay its calendar with yours.
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Create meetings and appointments in group calendars
Easily pull your group together by scheduling your event or meeting from the group calendar.
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Add a location to your meeting invites
Know the places you'll go! See the location in the meeting notification.
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Improve the security of your emails
With S/MIME you can digitally sign and encrypt your email messages to ensure that only recipients with the proper credentials can read them. Select your email account and then tap Security > S/MIME to enable.
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September: Version 16.0.12026.20174
New layout for larger screens
Check out the three-pane layout and flexible reading pane. Plus, on the Samsung DeX station for PCs, open as many windows as you need and enjoy optimized keyboard and mouse support.
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Outlook now supports S Pen
Using Outlook on a Samsung Note device? Use your S Pen to hover over mails, attachments, events, and more to take a sneak peek and perform quick actions.
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Add a Hotmail, Outlook.com, or Gmail account to Outlook
With new POP3 support in your favorite email app, it's easy to add accounts to Outlook! Just go to Settings and follow the prompts.
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Edit a meeting series
Got recurring events? With the click of a button you can update the meeting time for every event in a series.
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Respond to new time proposals
When an invitee proposes a new meeting time, accept, reply, or edit the proposal directly from Outlook on your phone or tablet.
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Compress your content
Video files too large? Easily shrink your video size to save storage and bandwidth.
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August: Version 16.0.11929.20198
Focus on what's left to do
Select Resolve to collapse comments and make open items stand out.
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Propose a new time
No need to go to your laptop to propose a new time for a meeting or event. Now you can do it right from your phone!
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July: Version 16.0.11901.20110
Type a formula that returns multiple values
Quickly type a formula that returns multiple values, and they'll automatically spill into the neighboring cells.
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Six powerful functions
We’ve added six new functions to supercharge your spreadsheets: FILTER, SORT, SORTBY, UNIQUE, SEQUENCE and RANDARRAY.
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Bring some color to your calendar
Custom colors and categories you defined in other versions of Outlook are carried over to the Outlook calendar on your Android device. No extra setup required!
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Shared mailboxes make teamwork easier
Easily stay up to date with team activities even when you're on the go. A shared mailbox lets you read and send team emails and view shared calendars while on the go.
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More info in the people card
If you're using Outlook to manage your work emails, you can now get more information about your contacts, such as their reporting structure.
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June: Version 16.0.11727.20104
Take action without leaving your Inbox
No need to switch apps when you get an email that requires action. Take care of business right from your Inbox.
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Let Outlook help with that reply
In a hurry? Let Outlook suggest a reply to your email message. Accept the suggestion as written, or edit it to reflect your unique voice.
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Tag your favorite people
When you tag someone as a favorite, you gain quick and easy access to all your email conversations with them.
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Limit interruptions
Set your Outlook notifications to notify you only when you receive emails from your Favorite People.
* Requires a Microsoft 365 or Outlook.com account using the Microsoft sync technology
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Get their attention with @mentions
Use @mentions in comments to let co-workers know when you need their input.
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May: Version 16.0.11629.20124
Make it a Teams meeting
When creating an event, make it a Teams meeting and invite those who aren't in the building to participate.
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Act on a single message in a conversation
Mark single messages as read or unread, or flag or unflag them, within a conversation. Just tap the three vertical dots on the message card to take the desired action.
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Add contacts with a simple scan
Use your camera to scan the business card of your new contact. All the contact information is saved to Outlook automatically.
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April: Version 16.0.11601.20074
Calendar search
Looking for an event? Your Calendar events show as part of your search results so you can keep track of your busy life while on the go.
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Booking made easy
When you schedule a meeting, you see a list of conference rooms you have booked in the past and their availability.
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February: 16.0.11328.20008
Events at a glance
Wondering about upcoming group events? Check out the group card and stay in the know.
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Latest updates for Windows Mobile
There's nothing new for you in the June update, Version 16.0.13029.20044, check out one of the recent features we released.
If you’re using OneNote for Windows 10, see the latest updates in What’s New in OneNote for Windows 10.
Look left, look right… XLOOKUP is here!
Row by row, find anything you need in a table or range with XLOOKUP.
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Want new features first?
Become an Office Insider and get early access to the latest Office innovations. We're continuously hard at work on exclusive monthly upgrades and new features for Microsoft 365 subscribers.
Previous releases
June: Version 16.11901.20062
Type a formula that returns multiple values
Quickly type a formula that returns multiple values, and they'll automatically spill into the neighboring cells.
New in:
Six powerful functions
We’ve added six new functions to supercharge your spreadsheets: FILTER, SORT, SORTBY, UNIQUE, SEQUENCE and RANDARRAY.
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March: Version 16.11425.20056
Better shapeshifting
Name your shapes for more control about how they morph and get the perfect transition.
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