MC1057715 – Outlook mobile: Edit a recurring event from a chosen date going forward by selecting ‘This and all following events’ (archived)

Product:

Exchange, Outlook

Platform:

Android, iOS, Online, US Instances, World tenant

Status:

Feature Rollout Status Not Supported

Change type:

Feature update, User impact

Links:

486835

Details:

Summary:
Users can now edit recurring events from a chosen date forward on Outlook mobile by selecting "This and all following events" on Android or iOS. This feature will roll out in May 2025. No admin action is required, but notifying users and updating documentation is recommended.

Details:
Users can now edit a recurring event from a chosen date going forward by selecting This and all following events on Android or Edit this and all following events on iOS.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 486835.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCHigh, DoD): We will begin rolling out on early May 2025 and expect to complete by late May 2025.

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Created:
2025-04-18

updated:
2025-04-18

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summary for non-techies**

Starting in May 2025, Outlook mobile will allow users to edit all future meetings from a specific date onward with the "This and all following events" option, available on both Android and iOS devices.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Impact from New Editing Feature
Users may inadvertently edit all future instances of a recurring event without fully understanding the implications, leading to confusion and potential scheduling conflicts.
   - roles: End Users, Administrative Assistants
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=486835

Documentation and Training Gaps
Lack of prior notification and updated documentation may result in users being unaware of the new feature, leading to inefficient use of the calendar and missed appointments.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, End Users
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=486835

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explanation for non-techies**

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