How do I enable / disable the Microsoft Outlook preview pane?

Question

How do I enable / disable the Microsoft Outlook preview pane?

Answer

To enable or disable the Microsoft Outlook preview pane, follow the below steps.

  1. Open Microsoft Outlook.
  2. Click View.
  3. Click Preview Pane. If Preview Pane is currently enabled, clicking Preview Pane will disable it; and if disabled, clicking Preview Pane will enable it.

Microsoft Outlook Preview Pane

Above is an example image of what the Microsoft Outlook Preview Pane looks like when enabled. The Preview Pane is displayed under the message listing and it displays the message currently highlighted.

Additional information

  • See the preview pane definition for further information and related links.
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