How to Configure Outlook Email Notifications in Windows 10
Microsoft Outlook is an email client that allows users to manage multiple email accounts from a single application. As a Windows 10 user, you can configure Outlook email notifications to receive new email alerts without constantly checking your inbox manually.
In this article, we will discuss how to configure Outlook email notifications in Windows 10.
Step 1: Launch the Outlook application
To start, you need to launch the Outlook application. If you have already installed Microsoft Office on your Windows 10 computer, you can simply search for “Outlook” in the Start menu and launch the application.
Step 2: Click on File
Once you have launched the Outlook application, click on the “File” tab in the top-left corner of the window.
Step 3: Click on Options
Next, click on the “Options” button from the File menu.
Step 4: Click on Mail
In the Outlook Options window, click on the “Mail” tab on the left-hand side of the screen.
Step 5: Enable Desktop Notifications
Under the “Message arrival” section, you will see an option that says “Display a Desktop Alert.” Tick the checkbox next to this option to enable desktop notifications in Outlook.
Step 6: Choose Display Duration
You can also choose how long you want the desktop notification to appear on your screen. Under the “Display duration” section, you can select the duration by selecting the appropriate time from the drop-down menu.
Step 7: Choose Notification Sound
To enable a notification sound, tick the checkbox for “Play a sound” under the “Message arrival” section. You can also change the notification sound by clicking on the “Browse” button and selecting a different sound file.
Step 8: Save Changes
Once you have configured your Outlook email notifications settings, click on the “OK” button to save your changes.
By following these simple steps, you can configure your Outlook email notifications in Windows 10. This will help you to stay up to date with your emails and respond promptly to important messages without constantly monitoring your inbox.