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Outlook can do more than just send and Customize Navigation Bar in Outlook. It can also be used to set up calendars and keep track of people’s contact information. The Navigation Pane has tabs that you can use to get to these options.
In the past, the Navigation Pane was just a menu at the bottom of Microsoft Outlook that no one ever used. Now, though, this menu is on the left side. If you want to move the Outlook Navigation Pane from the left to the bottom or the other way around, please read this article.
- On the Navigation Bar, click the ellipsis (⋯) button and then click Navigation Options
- In the Navigation Options dialog box:
- Check the Compact Navigation box to minimize Navigation Bar
- Change the number for the Maximum number of visible items to change how many switching buttons appear in your Navigation Bar.
- Click a view, and then click Move Up or Move Down to change the view order
When the Navigation Pane is at the bottom of the Microsoft Outlook window, all options will not be visible in order to save space. In this case, you can click on the three dots to expand the menu. Even more, you can edit the menu. If you want all the options to appear in the Navigation Pane, it is advisable to use the new menu on the left-hand side.
FAQ
What is the bar at the bottom of Outlook called?
The Navigation Pane is the narrow vertical bar on the left edge of the Outlook window. It has buttons that allow you to switch quickly between the various Outlook modules (such as Mail, Calendar, and People). It also has buttons that open other Microsoft 365 apps, such as OneDrive.
How do I customize my Outlook dashboard?
- Click View > Current View> Change View > Manage Views > New. …
- Enter a name for your new view, and then choose the type of view.
- Under Can be used on, accept the default setting of All Mail and Post folders or choose another option, and then choose OK.
How do I configure Outlook in Control Panel?
- Select the Windows icon, type Control Panel in the search box and select it.
- In Control Panel, search Mail, and select it.
- The Mail icon won’t appear unless you have Outlook installed and have run the program at least once. …
- Click Show Profiles.
What is ribbon display options in Outlook?
The Outlook ribbon is a collection of toolbars with several tabs that contain commands to commonly accessed tasks. The ribbon adapts based on what you’re doing in Outlook. For example, if you’re working with e-mail attachments, the Attachment tab appears.