check before: 2024-08-31
Product:
Microsoft 365 Apps, Outlook
Platform:
US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
The new Outlook for Windows update allows users to open attachments directly in desktop apps by double-clicking. Rollout begins early September 2024, completing early October 2024. The feature streamlines opening attachments, and no admin action is required for the update. Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 401123 is associated with this update.
Details:
Updated September 5, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows, users will be able to open attachments of all types in their preferred desktop apps by double-clicking on them.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 401123.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early September 2024 (previously late August) and expect to complete by early October 2024 (previously late September).
General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out early October (previously late September) 2024 and expect to complete by late October 2024 (previously mid-October).
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2024-08-01
updated:
2024-09-06
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summary for non-techies**
The latest Microsoft Outlook update for Windows allows email attachments to open directly in their default desktop applications, streamlining the process and including a security confirmation dialog for certain file types.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience with Attachment Handling
Users may experience confusion or frustration due to the change in how attachments are opened, especially if they are accustomed to the previous method of saving files first. This could lead to a temporary decrease in productivity as users adapt to the new workflow.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=401123
Security Confirmation Dialogs
The introduction of confirmation dialogs for opening certain file types may lead to interruptions in workflow, as users will need to respond to these prompts each time they open an attachment, unless they adjust their settings. This could result in increased frustration and potential delays in task completion.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=401123
Documentation and Training Needs
The change in functionality may necessitate updates to user documentation and training materials, which could lead to inconsistencies in user knowledge and practices until all materials are updated. This could result in varied user experiences and increased support requests during the transition period.
- roles: Training Coordinators, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=401123
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2024-09-06 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact |
| 2024-09-06 | MC Summary | The new Outlook for Windows allows users to open attachments in their preferred desktop apps by double-clicking, streamlining the workflow. This update, linked with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 401123, will roll out between late August and mid-October 2024. No admin action is required for this automatic update. | The new Outlook for Windows update allows users to open attachments directly in desktop apps by double-clicking. Rollout begins early September 2024, completing early October 2024. The feature streamlines opening attachments, and no admin action is required for the update. Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 401123 is associated with this update. |
| 2024-09-06 | MC Last Updated | 08/01/2024 02:32:22 | 2024-09-06T01:56:35Z |
| 2024-09-06 | MC Messages | In new Outlook for Windows, users will be able to open attachments of all types in their preferred desktop apps by double-clicking on them.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 401123. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late August 2024 and expect to complete by late September 2024. General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out late September 2024 and expect to complete by mid-October 2024. | Updated September 5, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In new Outlook for Windows, users will be able to open attachments of all types in their preferred desktop apps by double-clicking on them. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 401123. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early September 2024 (previously late August) and expect to complete by early October 2024 (previously late September). General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out early October (previously late September) 2024 and expect to complete by late October 2024 (previously mid-October). |
| 2024-09-06 | MC Title | Microsoft Outlook: Open attachments in desktop apps from the new Outlook for Windows | (Update) Microsoft Outlook: Open attachments in desktop apps from the new Outlook for Windows |
| 2024-09-06 | MC End Time | 11/25/2024 09:00:00 | 2024-12-09T09:00:00Z |
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