Outlook not responding, stuck at "Processing," stopped working, or ...
If Outlook isn't stuck at a screen that says "Processing," or this didn't resolve your issue, continue to the steps below. If those steps don't work, see Need additional help? at the end of this article. Step 1: Is there a dialog box open? Some things you do in Outlook ask for confirmation. For example, the first time you try to Dismiss All on ...
Applies To: Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016
Change from a local account to a Microsoft account
When you initially setup your Windows device, you might have opted to use a local account instead of a Microsoft account. The main difference between a local account and a Microsoft account is that a local account is specific to one device, while a Microsoft account can be used across multiple devices and Microsoft services.
Use Smart charging in Windows - Microsoft Support
With Smart charging, you don’t need to worry about unplugging your device to keep it from staying charged to 100% for longer periods of time—Smart charging handles charging for you. If your device has Smart charging turned on, the battery level will be set to a lower level that's better for the battery overall.
Power efficient settings in Windows 11 - Microsoft Support
Updates to the default screen and sleep settings now help you use energy more efficiently and extend battery life. You can find efficiency settings in Windows 11 at Settings > System > Power & battery.. For a guided walkthrough of how each of the power and battery settings can improve your device's performance, click the button to open the Get Help app:
How to check if your email address is a Microsoft account
If you don't have a Microsoft account, or you want to create a new one, you can follow these steps: Go to the Microsoft account sign-up page and click on Create account. Enter your preferred email address, or click on Get a new email address to get a new one from Microsoft. You can choose from @outlook.com or @hotmail.com domains.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Create a drop-down list - Microsoft Support
After you create your drop-down list, make sure it works the way you want. For example, you might want to check to see if Change the column width and row height to show all your entries.. If the list of entries for your drop-down list is on another worksheet and you want to prevent users from seeing it or making changes, consider hiding and protecting that worksheet.
Applies To: Excel for Microsoft 365, Excel for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Excel for the web, Excel 2021, Excel 2021 for Mac, Excel 2019, Excel 2019 for Mac, Excel 2016
Save or forget passwords in Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Support
Note: The Automatically save passwords setting has been retired with Microsoft Edge version 124 and later. Instead, Edge will offer to save your passwords each time you enter new credentials in the Edge browser. All your previously autosaved passwords will continue to be available for a seamless login.
Sync files with OneDrive in Windows - Microsoft Support
See and manage your OneDrive files. You're all set. Your OneDrive files will appear in File Explorer in the OneDrive folder. If you use more than one account, your personal files appear under OneDrive – Personal and your work or school files appear under OneDrive - CompanyName.. You now have a new white or blue cloud icon (or both) in your notification area and your files are synced to your ...
Applies To: OneDrive for Business, SharePoint Server Subscription Edition, SharePoint Server 2019, SharePoint in Microsoft 365, Office for business, Microsoft 365 admin, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Admin, OneDrive (work or school), OneDrive (home or personal), OneDrive (work or school) operated by 21Vianet, OneDrive for Windows, SharePoint admin center, SharePoint in Microsoft 365 Small Business, SharePoint operated by 21Vianet
Dark Mode in Outlook - Microsoft Support
In Outlook, the black color theme includes dark mode, which provides a black background (instead of white) for the message window. You can switch to a white background for the message window if you prefer.
Applies To: Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook on the web, Outlook.com
Get help with your Microsoft account - Microsoft Support
Billing & payments. Your dashboard is also where you can: Buy, renew, or cancel a subscription.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard