How do i change viewing pane in outlook mail

In Outlook, you can change the viewing pane in the Mail module to switch between different layouts and views. Here are the steps:

Method 1: Using the View Tab

1. Open Outlook and go to the Mail module.
2. Click on the "View" tab in the ribbon.
3. Click on the "View" dropdown menu and select the desired view from the list:
   • Normal: The default view, which shows a list of emails with a preview pane.
   • Compact: A condensed view that shows only the sender, subject, and date.
   • Detailed: A view that shows more information, including the sender, subject, date, and size.
   • Preview: A view that shows a preview of the email content.
   • Reading Pane: A view that shows the email content in a separate pane.
4. You can also customize the view by clicking on the "View Settings" button and selecting the columns you want to display.

Method 2: Using the Reading Pane

1. Open Outlook and go to the Mail module.
2. Click on the "View" tab in the ribbon.
3. Click on the "Reading Pane" dropdown menu and select the desired option:
   • Right: The reading pane will appear on the right side of the screen.
   • Bottom: The reading pane will appear at the bottom of the screen.
   • Off: The reading pane will be turned off, and you'll only see the list of emails.

Method 3: Using the Quick Steps

1. Open Outlook and go to the Mail module.
2. Click on the "Home" tab in the ribbon.
3. Click on the "Quick Steps" button and select "View Settings".
4. In the "View Settings" window, select the desired view from the list.

By following these methods, you should be able to change the viewing pane in Outlook Mail to suit your preferences.