Here are some best practices for earning Microsoft Rewards points so you can redeem them for gift cards, games, sweepstakes, nonprofit donations, and more.

To get support in Outlook.com, click here or select Help on the menu bar and enter your query. If the self-help doesn't solve your problem, scroll down to Still need help? and select Yes.. To contact us in Outlook.com, you'll need to sign in.

In Sound settings, go to Input to see your connected microphones. If it's a Bluetooth microphone, select Add device.

This article is for Outlook.com. If you're using Outlook for Windows, see Fixes or workarounds for recent issues in Outlook for Windows.. 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.

Important: Before trying any of the solutions below, make sure you back up your personal files. You can back up your Windows PC, or insert a USB drive and use File Explorer to drag and copy important files to the USB drive.If you’re signing into Windows with a Microsoft account, your system settings will be automatically restored after updating, once you’re connected to the internet.

Tips: If you're using mobile data, try switching to Wi-Fi and vice-versa. Make sure Airplane mode is off.

Note: If you forgot your account info and had to reset your security info, you must wait 60 days before closing your account.

To change appearance, select Appearance and make the changes you want to your default theme, zoom, toolbar, and fonts.

We’re continually releasing updates to our application, based on customer feedback. Check out What's New in the latest updates for Skype on desktop and mobile.

If you're moving from a Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 PC to a new Windows device, you'll find that the best way to get apps and games is through Microsoft Store.