Outlook default mail client
Outlook is a popular email client developed by Microsoft, and it is often set as the default mail client on Windows devices. Here's how to check and set Outlook as the default mail client on Windows:
Check if Outlook is already set as the default mail client:
- Open the Start menu and type "Default apps" in the search bar.
- Click on "Default apps" to open the Settings page.
- Scroll down to the "Email" section.
- Check if Outlook is listed as the default email client.
Set Outlook as the default mail client:
- Open the Start menu and type "Default apps" in the search bar.
- Click on "Default apps" to open the Settings page.
- Scroll down to the "Email" section.
- Click on the "Outlook" option to select it as the default email client.
- Click "Save" to apply the changes.
Alternative method:
- Open Outlook and click on the "File" menu.
- Click on "Options" and then select "General" from the left-hand menu.
- Scroll down to the "Default email client" section.
- Check the box next to "Set as default email client".
- Click "OK" to apply the changes.
Troubleshooting:
If Outlook is not set as the default mail client, you may need to check the following:
- Make sure Outlook is installed and updated to the latest version.
- Check if another email client is set as the default and try setting Outlook as the default instead.
- If you're using a third-party email client, try uninstalling it and then setting Outlook as the default.
By setting Outlook as the default mail client, you'll be able to use it to open and manage your email accounts, and you'll also be able to use it to send and receive emails from other applications on your device.