check before: 2025-08-01
Product:
Outlook
Platform:
Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
Create rules that trigger a desktop alert when specific emails arrive. This makes it easier to stay on top of important messages without missing a beat. Look for the new "Display a Desktop Alert" action when setting up or editing your rules. #newoutlookforwindows
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-06-11
updated:
2025-06-11
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summary for non-techies**
Outlook has introduced a "Display a Desktop Alert" feature that allows users to set up rules for receiving desktop notifications for specific emails, ensuring important messages are not missed, and this feature is available on both desktop and web versions.
Direct effects for Operations**
Desktop Alert Functionality
If the new desktop alert feature is implemented without proper user training, users may become overwhelmed by constant notifications, leading to distraction and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-desktop-alerts-in-outlook/
Email Management
Without preparation, users may not know how to effectively manage the influx of alerts, resulting in missed important emails or confusion over which alerts to prioritize.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-desktop-alerts-in-outlook/
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