check before: 2026-01-01
Product:
Outlook
Platform:
Android, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
Users can now search for the name of font they want to use when composing an email on Outlook for Android.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-12-10
updated:
2025-12-10
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Degradation
If the font search feature is implemented without proper testing, users may experience crashes or slow performance when composing emails, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.techradar.com/news/outlook-for-android-gets-new-font-search-feature, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-outlook-for-android-gets-new-font-search-feature/
Increased Support Tickets
The introduction of a new feature without adequate preparation may lead to an increase in support tickets from users facing issues, overwhelming the IT support team.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Technicians
- references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jasonmiller/2023/10/01/the-impact-of-new-software-features-on-it-support/?sh=5c1e4c5e7c3b, https://www.cio.com/article/353123/how-to-manage-it-support-tickets.html
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explanation for non-techies**
Imagine you're at a large bookstore, and you're looking for a specific book. Instead of wandering through every aisle, you have a helpful assistant who can quickly point you to the exact location of the book you want. This is similar to the new feature in Outlook for Android that allows users to search for fonts by name when composing an email.
Previously, if you wanted to change the font in your email, you might have had to scroll through a long list of font options, much like browsing through every aisle in the bookstore. Now, with the font search feature, you can simply type the name of the font you're looking for, and it will appear instantly, saving you time and effort.
This change makes the process of selecting a font more efficient and user-friendly, especially for those who frequently use specific fonts for branding or personal preference. It's like having that bookstore assistant always ready to help you find exactly what you need, making your experience smoother and more enjoyable.
In a professional setting, this feature can be particularly useful for maintaining consistency in communication. For instance, if your company uses a specific font for all its communications, employees can quickly find and use that font, ensuring uniformity across all emails.
Overall, this update in Outlook for Android is a small but practical enhancement that simplifies the task of font selection, much like having a helpful guide in a vast bookstore.
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