check before: 2025-06-01
Product:
Outlook
Platform:
Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
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Details:
The subject header section that shows up at the top when reading an email will be improved. This includes the component that contains meeting information when looking at a meeting invitation and other similar components. The subject header section will be more sensitive to available space and allow for a more comfortable reading experience when on smaller screens or on displays with high scale factors. #newoutlookforwindows
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-05-02
updated:
2025-05-17
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summary for non-techies**
Recent changes to Outlook's subject header section allow it to automatically adjust for better readability on various screen sizes, enhancing user experience on devices like tablets and high-resolution laptops.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Interface Changes
The improved subject header may lead to confusion among users who are accustomed to the previous layout, potentially resulting in misinterpretation of meeting details or email context.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/outlook-improved-interaction-in-the-subject-header-section/
Compatibility Issues
The new layout may not be fully compatible with older devices or browsers, leading to display issues that could hinder user experience and productivity.
- roles: IT Administrators, End Users
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/outlook-improved-interaction-in-the-subject-header-section/
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-05-17 | RM Release | April CY2025 | June CY2025 |
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