Don't mark mail as read outlook
A common request!
To prevent Outlook from automatically marking emails as "read" when you open them, you can follow these steps:
Method 1: Disable the "Mark as read" option
- Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
- Click on "Options" and then select "Mail" from the left-hand menu.
- Scroll down to the "Reading" section.
- Uncheck the box next to "Mark items as read when viewed in the Reading Pane".
- Click "OK" to save the changes.
Method 2: Use the "Mark as unread" button
- Open Outlook and select the email you want to keep as "unread".
- Right-click on the email and select "Mark as Unread" from the context menu.
- Alternatively, you can also use the keyboard shortcut "Ctrl + Shift + U" to mark the email as unread.
Method 3: Use a third-party add-in
There are several third-party add-ins available that can help you prevent Outlook from marking emails as "read" automatically. Some popular options include:
- "Don't Mark as Read" (free add-in)
- "Mark as Unread" (free add-in)
- "Outlook Unread" (paid add-in)
To install a third-party add-in, follow these steps:
- Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
- Click on "Options" and then select "Add-ins" from the left-hand menu.
- Click on "Go" next to "Manage" and select "COM Add-ins" from the dropdown menu.
- Click "Add" and select the add-in you want to install.
- Follow the installation instructions provided by the add-in developer.
By using one of these methods, you should be able to prevent Outlook from automatically marking emails as "read" when you open them.