Will there be a way to continue using Windows mail instead of the new Outlook?

Anonymous
2023-08-15T15:12:03+00:00

I keep seeing that Outlook is supposed to take over Windows Mail as the default mail app. But will the Windows Mail app still be available to use? I do not want to be forced to use Outlook. When I tried the preview, it had ads that I thought were my actual mail, and the app I find is just too busy overall. I don't want a bunch of stuff in the way of me reading my email. Windows Mail is simple, I like the interface, it's not too busy, and my mail is prominent within the window.

Edit 2025:
I got tired of the shenanigans and switched to Wino Mail app. I will likely switch to Linux OS in the future as MS is starting to go off the rails.

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Anonymous
2023-08-15T15:52:34+00:00

Hello Skeleton! My name is Jeremy and I’m happy to help you with your question.

Although Outlook will be the new default mail app, you can still change your default mail app back to Windows Mail and use Windows mail.

I understand your concern and appreciate your viewpoint so when the time comes do not worry you will still be able to use Windows Mail.

This change is referring to what apps are shipped with Windows 11 not that the apps will no longer work for old users.

Regards,

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-08-01T14:31:21+00:00

    I was able to find that and I did hit open however it took me to a windows page to sign in to and from there I ultimately received an error. 0x8007139f

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-08-01T13:45:17+00:00

    Hello Rocky. If possible, please can you post a screenshot of what Windows screen you are seeing.

    If the Mail and calendar app is installed, you can click to "open". If there is no "open" button you will need to install it first.

    To see the "open" button you may need to put your mouse over the app description for a few seconds.

    Kind regards

    Chris

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-08-01T12:42:05+00:00

    I was able to find the mail and calendar in the microsoft store however it still takes me to the windows screen and will not allow it to go through

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-08-01T12:30:53+00:00

    I have gone to the app store and while it shows the mail app it does not show me where to open. When I go back into the mail app on my PC it directs me to sign in to Windows and as I go through the prompts it asks me for a name to send to google and than informs me there is an error

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