POP, IMAP, and SMTP settings for Outlook.com
If you're trying to add your Outlook.com account to Outlook or another mail app, you might need the POP, IMAP, or SMTP settings. You can find them below or by viewing them in your Outlook.com settings.
Applies To: Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2021 for Mac, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2019 for Mac, Outlook 2016, Outlook Web App for Office 365, Outlook Web App for Office 365 Small Business, Outlook on the web, Outlook.com, Outlook Web App for Office 365 operated by 21Vianet, Outlook Web App Light, New Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Android, Outlook Mail for Windows 10, Outlook on the web for Exchange Server 2016, Outlook on the web for Exchange Server 2019, Outlook Web App
Change screen brightness in Windows - Microsoft Support
Select the Network icon on the right side of the taskbar, and then move the Brightness slider to adjust the brightness. (If the slider isn't there, see the Notes section below.) Some PCs can let Windows automatically adjust screen brightness based on the current lighting conditions.
My Outlook.com account has been hacked - Microsoft Support
To get help and troubleshoot other Microsoft products and services, enter your problem here . Post questions, follow discussions and share your knowledge in the Outlook.com Community. If you think your Outlook email account has been compromised, see this article.
Applies To: Outlook.com
Fixes or workarounds for recent issues on Outlook.com
If you're having problems accessing Outlook.com, you can see the status of Microsoft Office Online Services at the Service Health portal. If you're having problems sending or receiving email, read how to Fix Outlook.com email sync issues . Last updated: 2 April 2024.
Applies To: Outlook.com
Change the size of text in Windows - Microsoft Support
Here's how to change the size of text, images, and apps in Windows. To change your display in Windows, select Start > Settings > Accessibility > Text size. To make only the text on your screen larger, adjust the slider next to Text size.
Change your password in Outlook.com - Microsoft Support
Change your password in Outlook.com. Your Outlook.com password is the same as your Microsoft account password. Go to Microsoft account security and select Password security. As a security measure, you might be prompted to verify your identity with a security code.
Applies To: Outlook.com
Outlook help & learning
Get help with Outlook for Windows, the Outlook app, Outlook.com, and more. Find training videos, how-to articles, and Outlook support content.
Troubleshoot Outlook email setup - Microsoft Support
Try guided support. If you're having problems setting up your email in Outlook, we want to help. Choose an option below for more information. Tip: If you're a small business owner looking for more information on how to get Microsoft 365 set up, visit Small business help & learning.
Applies To: Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016, Microsoft 365 admin
Server settings you'll need from your email provider
Most email apps like Outlook are able to automatically configure email server settings. If you need server settings or help finding your server settings, click on one of the links below: Server settings for Hotmail, Outlook.com or Microsoft 365 for business email accounts. Find your Exchange ActiveSync mailbox server settings.
Applies To: Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Microsoft 365 for home, Office for business, Office 365 Small Business, Microsoft 365 admin, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Small Business Admin, Outlook.com, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Admin, New Outlook for Windows, Outlook for iOS, Outlook for Windows Phone 10, Outlook Mail for Windows 10, Outlook on the web for Exchange Server 2016
Change the message format to HTML, Rich Text Format, or plain text
Change the message format to HTML, Rich Text Format, or plain text. You can change the format of a message when you reply to it or forward it. If someone sends you a plain text message, for example, you can reply to that message or forward it by using HTML or Rich Text Format.
Applies To: Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016