check before: 2025-04-01
Product:
Outlook
Platform:
Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Launched
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With this update of support for .pst files (a.k.a. Outlook Data File) in the new Outlook for Windows, users will be able to click on a person to view their details stored in a .pst file on the profile card . Future releases of new Outlook will expand the support for .pst file capabilities. #newoutlookforwindows #pstfilesupport.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-03-19
updated:
2025-06-13
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summary for non-techies**
The latest Outlook for Windows update allows users to view details of contacts stored in .pst files directly on their profile cards, streamlining access to important information without needing to open the files separately.
Direct effects for Operations**
Data Accessibility Issues
If the change is implemented without proper preparation, users may experience difficulties accessing or viewing profile details stored in PST files, leading to confusion and inefficiency in communication.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/outlook-blog/outlook-profile-cards-in-the-new-outlook-for-windows-display/ba-p/3701230
User Experience Degradation
The introduction of new features without adequate training or communication may result in a poor user experience, as users may not understand how to utilize the new profile card functionality effectively.
- roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/outlook-blog/outlook-profile-cards-in-the-new-outlook-for-windows-display/ba-p/3701230
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-06-13 | RM Status | Rolling out | Launched |
| 2025-05-02 | RM Release | May CY2025 | April CY2025 |
| 2025-05-02 | RM Status | In development | Rolling out |
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