485751 – Outlook: Profile cards in the new Outlook for Windows display people details stored in PST files

Outlook logo

check before: 2025-05-01

Product:

Outlook

Platform:

Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

Details:

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.

Change Category:
XXXXXXX ... free basic plan only

Scope:
XXXXXXX ... free basic plan only

Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-03-19

updated:
2025-03-19

Docu to Check

XXXXXXX ... free basic plan only

MS workload name

XXXXXXX ... free basic plan only

summary for non-techies**

XXXXXXX ... free basic plan only

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

Configutation Options**

XXXXXXX ... paid membership only

explanation for non-techies**

XXXXXXX ... free basic plan only

** AI generated content. This information must be reviewed before use.

a free basic plan is required to see more details. Sign up here


A cloudsocut.one plan is required to see all the changed details. If you are already a customer, choose login.
If you are new to cloudscout.one please choose a plan.



Last updated 4 weeks ago

Share to MS Teams

Login to your account

Welcome Back, We Missed You!