check before: 2024-09-01
Product:
Exchange, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 for the web, Outlook, Windows
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Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Rolling out
Change type:
Feature update, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
In new Outlook for Windows and web, single-clicking an empty calendar slot now allows inline appointment creation instead of a quick compose pop-up. Double-click behavior remains unchanged. Rollout starts October 2025, requires no admin action, and aims to improve user experience.
Details:
Updated September 5, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early October 2025 (previously early April) and expect to complete by late October 2025 (previously late April).
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early November 2025 (previously early May) and expect to complete by late November 2025 (previously late August).
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2024-08-02
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2025-09-06
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Change in Appointment Creation Method
Users may struggle to adapt to the new inline appointment creation method, leading to confusion and potential delays in scheduling meetings.
- roles: End Users, Administrative Assistants
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=406948
User Experience Disruption
The removal of the quick compose pop-up may disrupt the workflow of users accustomed to the previous method, impacting productivity.
- roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=406948
Need for User Training and Documentation Updates
Without prior preparation, users may require additional training and updated documentation to effectively use the new feature, leading to temporary inefficiencies.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Training Coordinators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=406948
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Improved User Experience with Inline Appointment Creation
The transition to inline appointment creation allows users to create appointments directly on the calendar grid, streamlining the process and enhancing productivity. This change is particularly beneficial for users who prefer quick access and a more intuitive interface, as it reduces the number of clicks needed to schedule an appointment.
- next-steps: Conduct user training sessions to familiarize staff with the new inline appointment feature and gather feedback to further enhance user satisfaction.
- roles: Administrative Assistants, Project Managers, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=406948
Enhanced Calendar Management
Inline appointment creation simplifies calendar management, enabling users to quickly add appointments without navigating through multiple pop-ups. This can lead to better time management and scheduling efficiency, as users can see their calendar layout while creating events.
- next-steps: Analyze current calendar usage patterns and develop best practices for effective calendar management utilizing the new feature. Share these insights with teams.
- roles: Executives, Department Heads, HR Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=406948
Reduction in Training and Support Costs
As the new inline appointment feature aligns closely with the classic Outlook experience, users transitioning to this new version may require less training and support, ultimately reducing operational costs associated with onboarding and troubleshooting.
- next-steps: Evaluate existing training materials and update them to reflect the new feature, ensuring resources are readily available for users. Monitor support requests related to calendar scheduling to assess impact.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Training Coordinators, Operations Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=406948
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-09-06 | MC Messages | Updated August 5, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2025 (previously late March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late August 2025 (previously late July). | Updated September 5, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early October 2025 (previously early April) and expect to complete by late October 2025 (previously late April). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early November 2025 (previously early May) and expect to complete by late November 2025 (previously late August). |
| 2025-09-06 | MC Last Updated | 08/05/2025 21:39:46 | 2025-09-05T17:01:25Z |
| 2025-09-06 | MC Summary | In new Outlook for Windows and web, single-clicking an empty calendar slot now allows inline appointment creation instead of a quick compose pop-up. Double-click behavior remains unchanged. Rollout starts April 2025, completing by August 2025, with no admin action needed. | In new Outlook for Windows and web, single-clicking an empty calendar slot now allows inline appointment creation instead of a quick compose pop-up. Double-click behavior remains unchanged. Rollout starts October 2025, requires no admin action, and aims to improve user experience. |
| 2025-08-06 | MC Last Updated | 06/04/2025 17:46:11 | 2025-08-05T21:39:46Z |
| 2025-08-06 | MC Messages | Updated June 4, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2025 (previously late March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late July 2025 (previously late May). | Updated August 5, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2025 (previously late March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late August 2025 (previously late July). |
| 2025-08-06 | MC End Time | 09/15/2025 10:00:00 | 2025-10-06T10:00:00Z |
| 2025-08-06 | MC Summary | In the new Outlook for Windows and web, single-clicking an empty calendar slot will now allow inline appointment creation instead of a quick compose pop-up. This change will roll out from April to July 2025. No admin action is required, but user notification and documentation updates are recommended. | In new Outlook for Windows and web, single-clicking an empty calendar slot now allows inline appointment creation instead of a quick compose pop-up. Double-click behavior remains unchanged. Rollout starts April 2025, completing by August 2025, with no admin action needed. |
| 2025-06-05 | MC Last Updated | 03/19/2025 17:05:54 | 2025-06-04T17:46:11Z |
| 2025-06-05 | MC Messages | Updated March 19, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2025 (previously late March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late May 2025 (previously late April). | Updated June 4, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2025 (previously late March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late July 2025 (previously late May). |
| 2025-06-05 | MC End Time | 07/07/2025 10:00:00 | 2025-09-15T10:00:00Z |
| 2025-06-05 | MC Summary | In the new Outlook for Windows and web, single-clicking on an empty calendar slot will enable inline appointment creation instead of a quick compose pop-up. Rollout starts early April 2025 for Targeted Release and early May 2025 for General Availability. No admin action is required; notify users and update documentation. | In the new Outlook for Windows and web, single-clicking an empty calendar slot will now allow inline appointment creation instead of a quick compose pop-up. This change will roll out from April to July 2025. No admin action is required, but user notification and documentation updates are recommended. |
| 2025-03-20 | MC Last Updated | 02/11/2025 19:02:43 | 2025-03-19T17:05:54Z |
| 2025-03-20 | MC Messages | Updated February 11, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early March 2025 (previously early February) and expect to complete by late March 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late March 2025 (previously late February) and expect to complete by late April 2025 (previously late March). | Updated March 19, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2025 (previously late March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late May 2025 (previously late April). |
| 2025-03-20 | MC End Time | 06/30/2025 10:00:00 | 2025-07-07T10:00:00Z |
| 2025-03-20 | MC Summary | Outlook's quick compose pop-up will be replaced by inline appointment creation in the new Outlook for Windows and web. The rollout begins in early March 2025, with completion expected by late April 2025. No admin action is required, but users should be informed of the change. | In the new Outlook for Windows and web, single-clicking on an empty calendar slot will enable inline appointment creation instead of a quick compose pop-up. Rollout starts early April 2025 for Targeted Release and early May 2025 for General Availability. No admin action is required; notify users and update documentation. |
| 2025-02-12 | MC Last Updated | 12/12/2024 00:25:37 | 2025-02-11T19:02:43Z |
| 2025-02-12 | MC Messages | Updated December 11, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early February 2025 (previously early November) and expect to complete by late February 2025 (previously early January). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously early December) and expect to complete by late March 2025 (previously early February). | Updated February 11, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early March 2025 (previously early February) and expect to complete by late March 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late March 2025 (previously late February) and expect to complete by late April 2025 (previously late March). |
| 2025-02-12 | MC End Time | 05/05/2025 10:00:00 | 2025-06-30T10:00:00Z |
| 2025-02-12 | MC Summary | Outlook's quick compose pop-up will be replaced by inline appointment creation in the new Outlook for Windows and web. The rollout begins in February 2025, with completion expected by late March 2025. No admin action is required, but users should be informed of the change. | Outlook's quick compose pop-up will be replaced by inline appointment creation in the new Outlook for Windows and web. The rollout begins in early March 2025, with completion expected by late April 2025. No admin action is required, but users should be informed of the change. |
| 2024-12-12 | MC Last Updated | 11/20/2024 22:59:13 | 2024-12-12T00:25:37Z |
| 2024-12-12 | MC Messages | Updated November 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early December 2024 (previously early November) and expect to complete by early January 2025 (previously early December). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late January 2025 (previously early December) and expect to complete by early February 2025 (previously early January). | Updated December 11, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early February 2025 (previously early November) and expect to complete by late February 2025 (previously early January). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously early December) and expect to complete by late March 2025 (previously early February). |
| 2024-12-12 | MC End Time | 03/17/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-05-05T10:00:00Z |
| 2024-12-12 | MC Summary | Outlook is replacing the quick compose pop-up with inline appointment creation in the new Outlook for Windows and web. The rollout timeline has been updated, with Targeted Release starting early December 2024 and General Availability beginning late January 2024. No admin action is required for this update. | Outlook's quick compose pop-up will be replaced by inline appointment creation in the new Outlook for Windows and web. The rollout begins in February 2025, with completion expected by late March 2025. No admin action is required, but users should be informed of the change. |
| 2024-11-21 | MC Last Updated | 10/03/2024 19:09:36 | 2024-11-20T22:59:13Z |
| 2024-11-21 | MC Messages | Updated October 3, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2024 (previously early September) and expect to complete by early December 2024 (previously early October). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early December 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by early January 2025 (previously early November). | Updated November 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early December 2024 (previously early November) and expect to complete by early January 2025 (previously early December). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late January 2025 (previously early December) and expect to complete by early February 2025 (previously early January). |
| 2024-11-21 | MC End Time | 02/17/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-03-17T09:00:00Z |
| 2024-11-21 | MC Summary | Outlook is replacing the quick compose pop-up with inline appointment creation in the new Outlook for Windows and web. The rollout timeline has been updated, with Targeted Release starting early November 2024 and General Availability beginning early December 2024. No admin action is required for this update. | Outlook is replacing the quick compose pop-up with inline appointment creation in the new Outlook for Windows and web. The rollout timeline has been updated, with Targeted Release starting early December 2024 and General Availability beginning late January 2024. No admin action is required for this update. |
| 2024-10-04 | MC Messages | Updated September 26, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2024 (previously early September) and expect to complete by early December 2024 (previously early October). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early December 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by early January 2024 (previously early November). | Updated October 3, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2024 (previously early September) and expect to complete by early December 2024 (previously early October). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early December 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by early January 2025 (previously early November). |
| 2024-10-04 | MC Last Updated | 09/27/2024 00:07:03 | 2024-10-03T19:09:36Z |
| 2024-10-04 | MC Summary | Outlook's new update replaces the quick compose pop-up with inline appointment creation on the calendar. Double-click behavior remains unchanged. Rollout begins early September 2024 for Targeted Release and early October 2024 for General Availability, completing by early November 2024. No admin action needed, but user notification is advised. | Outlook is replacing the quick compose pop-up with inline appointment creation in the new Outlook for Windows and web. The rollout timeline has been updated, with Targeted Release starting early November 2024 and General Availability beginning early December 2024. No admin action is required for this update. |
| 2024-09-27 | MC Last Updated | 08/02/2024 00:51:58 | 2024-09-27T00:07:03Z |
| 2024-09-27 | MC Messages | In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early September 2024 and expect to complete by early October 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early October 2024 and expect to complete by early November 2024. | Updated September 26, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows and web, when single-clicking on an empty time slot on the calendar surface, the quick compose pop-up will no longer appear. Instead, you will be able to create an appointment by typing directly in the time slot on the calendar grid, just as you can in classic Outlook for Windows. There will be no change to double-click behavior; the full compose form will still open as it does today. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 406948. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2024 (previously early September) and expect to complete by early December 2024 (previously early October). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early December 2024 (previously early October) and expect to complete by early January 2024 (previously early November). |
| 2024-09-27 | MC Summary | Outlook's new update replaces the quick compose pop-up with inline appointment creation on the calendar. Rollout starts in September 2024 for Targeted Release and October 2024 for General Availability, completing by November 2024. No admin action needed, but users should be informed. | Outlook's new update replaces the quick compose pop-up with inline appointment creation on the calendar. Double-click behavior remains unchanged. Rollout begins early September 2024 for Targeted Release and early October 2024 for General Availability, completing by early November 2024. No admin action needed, but user notification is advised. |
| 2024-09-27 | MC MessageTagNames | Feature update, User impact | Updated message, Feature update, User impact |
| 2024-09-27 | MC End Time | 12/16/2024 09:00:00 | 2025-02-17T09:00:00Z |
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