Jake Heidenreich

CIT-110

Tips/Tricks for Microsoft Outlook

Throughout my search for the best Outlook tips on the Internet, I discovered many things. I learned how to set up, organize, and even manage my mail. Also, I learned how to operate the calendar function with efficiency, allowing me to create appointments, meetings, and events. However, one of the most beneficial topics I learned were the tips on email etiquette. These were the most interesting in my opinion. First, sending non-business related e-mails to co-workers or classmates can be a sign of unprofessionalism. Second,never assume you are not being monitored. Third, the subject bar can sometimes be the factor if your email is opened. Fourth, address new contacts with “the highest level of courtesy.” Also, always include a greeting and a sign off that includes your name. Finally, respond to business/school related emails as soon as possible!

Along with the tips on email etiquette, I also learned some very fascinating tips/tricks for Microsoft Outlook. For example, if someone has a passage of text that they regularly type, highlight the text, press the insert tab, and save it to quick parts. Now, it will be available with a click of a button, instead of typing the whole text again. Second, if someone keeps clogging up your inbox with junk mail, there is an easy fix. Click the home tab, choose the junk email option, and put in the address. The third tip I learned was that you can write an email and choose it to be delivered to a future date. All you have to do is press the options tab in the new email window and choose delay delivery. Another trick I learned was that if you want to have a quick glimpse of the calendar while working in mail, hover over the calendar icon, and a small calendar will appear. The final trick I learned while doing research on Outlook was that you do not have to open an event to change it’s time or date. Click on the specific event you want to change, and drag and drop it to the correct time or day. After researching, I can say that I am now a more efficient Outlook user.

Sources:

  • Buisnessemailetiquette.com
  • This is a very informative website that explains how to be etiquette using technology.
  • Alphr.com
  • This website offers a number of fascinating articles about technology
  • TechRepublic.com
  • This is a great website that has content and advice from IT professionals.