Fix your Outlook email connection by repairing your profile
Having trouble connecting to your email from Outlook on your desktop? Follow these steps to let Outlook diagnose and fix errors in your Outlook mail profile that might be causing the issue.
Applies To:
Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2024, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016, Office for business, Office 365 Small Business, Microsoft 365 admin
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows - Microsoft Support
There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
The Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter helps you automatically repair issues when you're blocked from installing or removing programs. It also fixes corrupted registry keys. First, you'll need to download the troubleshooter.
Troubleshoot Outlook for Windows issues - Microsoft Support
If you are having problems with Outlook, there are a few things we can help with to get you back to sending and receiving your email. Important: Steps may be different between new and classic Outlook for Windows. To determine which version of Outlook you're using, look for File on the ribbon.
Applies To:
Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2024, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016, New Outlook for Windows
Repair Outlook Data Files (.pst and .ost) - Microsoft Support
If you cannot open your Outlook data file or suspect that the file is damaged, use the Inbox Repair tool (scanpst.exe) to repair errors in the file.
Applies To:
Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2024, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016
Fixes or workarounds for recent issues in new Outlook for Windows
Outlook Known issues in September 2024 updates. [WORKAROUND] New Outlook users unexpectedly see the “Welcome to Outlook 2016" setup wizard. [INVESTIGATING] Hovering over a hyperlink in an email may not display embedded URL in a pop-up tooltip in new Outlook.
Applies To:
New Outlook for Windows
Download, install, or reinstall Microsoft 365, Office 2024, or Office ...
Learn how to install, reinstall, or activate Microsoft 365 or Office 2019 on a PC or Mac.
Applies To:
Office 2024, Office 2024 for Mac, Office 2021, Office 2021 for Mac, Office 2019, Microsoft 365 for home, Office for business, Office 365 Small Business, Microsoft 365 admin, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Admin, Microsoft 365 for Mac, Office 365 Germany - Enterprise, Office 365 Germany - Enterprise admin
Open or import items from an offline Outlook Data File (.ost)
Outlook Data Files (.ost) are used when you have an Exchange account and want to work offline or use or use the default Cached Exchange Mode. This type of data file is also used for accounts that you set up with the Outlook Connector for Outlook.com (formerly Hotmail).
Applies To:
Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2024, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016
How to find and enable missing Copilot button in Microsoft 365 apps
Copilot is available in the Home tab of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook on the web if you are a Copilot subscriber. If you also have a Microsoft 365 subscription that includes the Microsoft 365 desktop apps then you should find Copilot available in those apps as well.
Applies To:
Excel for Microsoft 365, Word for Microsoft 365, Outlook for Microsoft 365, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365, OneNote for Microsoft 365, Excel for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Outlook for Microsoft 365 for Mac, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365 for Mac, OneNote for Microsoft 365 for Mac