Set New Outlook as Default & Update Taskbar

Overview/Introduction

This guide explains how to set Microsoft Outlook (New Outlook) as your default email application and update your taskbar for quick and easy access.

Details

Set New Outlook as Default Email App

1. Click Start Menu → Settings
2. Go to Apps → Default Apps
3. In the search bar, type Outlook
4. Select Outlook (New)
5. Set it as the default for:
   • MAILTO
   • Any email-related file types listed (change all to Outlook (New))

👉 This ensures email links open in New Outlook

Unpin Classic Outlook from Taskbar

1. Locate Outlook (Classic) on your taskbar
2. Right-click the icon
3. Select Unpin from taskbar

Pin New Outlook to the Taskbar

1. Click Start Menu
2. Search for Outlook (New)
3. Right-click the app
4. Select Pin to taskbar

FAQs

Q: Can I still use Classic Outlook?
A:  While Microsoft is pushing the "New Outlook" (web-based) via an opt-in toggle, Classic is recommended only for those requiring COM add-ins, PST files, advanced rules, and full offline capabilities.

 ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Q: What if Outlook (New) does not appear?
A: Please contact the Tech Support for assistance.

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