Outlook for iOS

Purpose:

Connect, organize, and get things done easily on your iPhone or iPad.
If you don’t have it yet, download it from the Apple App Store.

Email Basics:

Compose a new message: Tap the compose icon ✏️
Message threads: Show the number of emails in a conversation.
@Mentions:See where you’re mentioned in emails.
Notification dots: Indicate unread messages.
Swipe actions: Quickly act on emails (e.g., delete, flag, archive).
Tap Filter: Show only Unread, Flagged, or messages with Attachments.

Folders & Favorites:

Tap your account avatar/logo to:
- Switch between accounts
- Access folders
- Manage favorites
- Open settings
Tap the pencil icon ✏️ in folder view to add or manage Favorites.
Add a Favorite Folder: Makes access faster from the main menu.

Settings & Customization:

Swipe Options:Go to Settings > Swipe Options > Swipe right/left to choose actions.
Focused Inbox: Turn on/off via Settings > Focused Inbox.
- The “Focused” tab shows important emails.
- The “Other” tab shows the rest.
Organize by Thread: Groups emails by conversation.

Search

Double-tap the search bar:Open the keyword search box to find emails, files, or contacts.

Attachments & Media

Attach files:Tap the paperclip icon > Attach File.
Insert media:Tap the camera icon to add a document, photo, or whiteboard image.

Calendar

RSVP to meeting invites: Tap RSVP → choose Accept, Tentative, or Decline.
- Option to not send a reply.
Change calendar view:Tap View > Agenda, Day, 3-Day, or Month.
Landscape mode: Displays a 7-day week view.

Contacts

Tap a contact’s name to view their phone number, email, and more.
Tap Show Organization to view a contact’s team or hierarchy.