What is Outlook?
Outlook is the email and communication client included with the Microsoft Office suite. Outlook also includes functions for calendaring.
Microsoft Outlook is available to employees of VIU and is installed as part of the standard software package for VIU computers. These instructions cover basic setup and configuration of Outlook while on campus and can be used when using Outlook off-campus.
Overview Videos
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How to set up an out-of-office reply in Outlook (0m54s)
With Microsoft Outlook, it's easy to set up automatic replies for when you are out-of-office or unavailable to respond to email. Learn how to set up an auto-reply for when you are out of the office in this video tutorial from Microsoft.
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How to add a signature in Outlook (1m11s)
Learn how to create an email signature in Outlook in this video tutorial from Microsoft. Custom email signatures you make can include text, images, your electronic business card, a logo, or even your handwritten signature.
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How to ignore email conversations in Outlook (0m42s)
If your inbox is cluttered with conversations or email threads you don't need to be part of, you can easily have Outlook ignore it. And any future emails on the subject will automatically be deleted.
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Where can I find help?
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Training Opportunities
This series from Linkedin Learning (formerly Lynda.com) is a comprehensive curriculum, teaching you the essentials of using Microsoft Outlook. In total, this training takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete. Note: Linkedin Learning is an online professional development and platform. To watch this training, you will need to sign up for Linkedin Learning (available to VIU employees).