Microsoft Outlook Study Cards

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Microsoft Outlook

A personal information manager software developed by Microsoft, used primarily for email, calendar, and contact management.

Inbox

The main folder in Microsoft Outlook where incoming emails are received and stored.

Compose

To create a new email message in Microsoft Outlook.

Reply

To respond to an email message that you have received in Microsoft Outlook.

Forward

To send an email message that you have received to another recipient in Microsoft Outlook.

Attachments

Files that are sent along with an email message in Microsoft Outlook.

Folders

Organizational containers used to store and categorize emails in Microsoft Outlook.

Search

To find specific emails or content within emails in Microsoft Outlook.

Calendar

A feature in Microsoft Outlook used to manage appointments, meetings, and events.

Scheduling Assistant

A tool in Microsoft Outlook that helps you find the best time for a meeting by checking the availability of attendees.

Reminders

Notifications in Microsoft Outlook that alert you about upcoming appointments, meetings, or tasks.

Contacts

A feature in Microsoft Outlook used to store and manage contact information, including names, email addresses, and phone numbers.

Address Book

A collection of contacts in Microsoft Outlook that can be accessed and used when composing emails.

Tasks

A feature in Microsoft Outlook used to create and manage to-do lists and track progress on various projects or assignments.

Categories

Labels or tags that can be assigned to emails, calendar events, contacts, or tasks in Microsoft Outlook for better organization and filtering.

Notes

A feature in Microsoft Outlook used to create and store short text-based notes or reminders.

Journal

A feature in Microsoft Outlook used to track and record activities, such as emails sent, meetings attended, and tasks completed.

Rules

Automated actions or conditions set in Microsoft Outlook to manage incoming emails, such as moving them to specific folders or marking them as read.

Signatures

Customized blocks of text, including your name, contact information, and a personalized message, that can be automatically added to the end of outgoing emails in Microsoft Outlook.

Out of Office

An automatic reply message that can be set in Microsoft Outlook to inform others that you are currently unavailable or on vacation.

Archiving

The process of moving old or infrequently accessed emails to a separate storage location in Microsoft Outlook to free up space and improve performance.

Import

To bring data from an external source, such as another email account or a file, into Microsoft Outlook.

Export

To save data from Microsoft Outlook, such as emails or contacts, to an external file or location for backup or transfer purposes.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Combination of keys that perform specific actions or commands in Microsoft Outlook, providing a quicker way to navigate and use the software.

Search Folders

Virtual folders in Microsoft Outlook that display the results of a saved search query, allowing you to quickly access specific types of emails or content.

Data File

A file in Microsoft Outlook that stores emails, contacts, calendar items, and other data, allowing you to access and manage them even when offline.

AutoArchive

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that automatically moves old or unused items to an archive folder, helping to keep your mailbox organized and efficient.

Quick Steps

Customizable shortcuts in Microsoft Outlook that combine multiple actions into a single click or keystroke, streamlining common tasks.

Meeting Requests

Invitations sent in Microsoft Outlook to schedule and organize meetings, allowing recipients to accept, decline, or propose alternative times.

Flagging

A visual indicator in Microsoft Outlook that marks emails, calendar events, or tasks for follow-up or priority attention.

Conversation View

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that groups related emails together, making it easier to follow and manage email threads or discussions.

Attachments Reminder

A prompt in Microsoft Outlook that reminds you to include attachments when composing an email that mentions attachments in the message body.

Undo Send

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that allows you to recall or retract a sent email within a specified time frame, preventing the recipient from seeing it.

Focused Inbox

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that separates important emails from less important ones, helping you focus on the most relevant messages.

Conversation Clean Up

A tool in Microsoft Outlook that removes redundant or unnecessary messages from email threads, reducing clutter and improving readability.

Mail Merge

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that allows you to create personalized email messages by merging data from a spreadsheet or contact list.

Recall Message

An option in Microsoft Outlook that attempts to retrieve or delete a sent email from the recipient's mailbox, provided certain conditions are met.

Outlook Web App

A web-based version of Microsoft Outlook that allows you to access and manage your emails, calendar, and contacts from any device with an internet connection.

Outlook Mobile App

A mobile application for iOS and Android devices that provides access to your Microsoft Outlook emails, calendar, and contacts on the go.

Data File Repair

A troubleshooting process in Microsoft Outlook that attempts to fix issues with corrupted or damaged data files, ensuring smooth operation of the software.

Backup and Restore

The process of creating copies of Microsoft Outlook data files and settings, allowing you to recover your emails, contacts, and other information in case of data loss or system failure.

AutoComplete

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that suggests email addresses based on your previous recipients, making it easier to address and send emails.

Blocked Senders

A list in Microsoft Outlook that contains email addresses or domains from which you do not wish to receive any emails, helping to filter out unwanted messages.

Mailbox Cleanup

A tool in Microsoft Outlook that helps you manage your mailbox size by identifying and deleting old or large emails, freeing up storage space.

Automatic Replies

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that sends automated responses to incoming emails, informing senders that you are currently away or unavailable.

Archive Folder

A separate folder in Microsoft Outlook where old or infrequently accessed emails are stored, keeping your main mailbox organized and clutter-free.

Default Font

The font style, size, and color that is automatically applied to new emails or other content in Microsoft Outlook, providing a consistent appearance.

Email Signature

A personalized block of text, including your name, contact information, and a customized message, that is automatically added to the end of outgoing emails in Microsoft Outlook.

Outlook Add-ins

Additional software or tools that can be installed in Microsoft Outlook to enhance its functionality and provide extra features or integration with other applications.

Folder Permissions

Access rights and restrictions set in Microsoft Outlook to control who can view, modify, or delete emails or other content within specific folders.

Data File Management

The process of creating, opening, closing, and managing data files in Microsoft Outlook, allowing you to organize and separate different types of emails or data.

Quick Search

A search feature in Microsoft Outlook that allows you to quickly find emails or content by typing keywords or phrases in a search box.

Mailbox Rules

Automated actions or conditions set in Microsoft Outlook to manage incoming emails, such as moving them to specific folders or marking them as read.

Email Templates

Pre-designed or pre-formatted email messages that can be saved and reused in Microsoft Outlook, saving time and effort when composing similar emails.

Email Encryption

A security feature in Microsoft Outlook that protects the content of your emails by encoding them, ensuring that only authorized recipients can read them.

Junk Email

Unsolicited or unwanted email messages that are automatically filtered and moved to the Junk Email folder in Microsoft Outlook, reducing clutter and potential security risks.

Shared Calendars

Calendars in Microsoft Outlook that can be shared with other users or groups, allowing them to view or edit your schedule and appointments.

Meeting Organizer

The person who schedules and sends meeting requests in Microsoft Outlook, responsible for managing the meeting details and attendees.

Out of Office Assistant

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that automatically sends a reply message to incoming emails, informing senders that you are currently away or unavailable.

Email Forwarding

A feature in Microsoft Outlook that redirects incoming emails to another recipient or email address, allowing you to automatically share or forward messages.

Email Signatures

Customized blocks of text, including your name, contact information, and a personalized message, that can be automatically added to the end of outgoing emails in Microsoft Outlook.