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
    2024-08-01T12:16:44+00:00

    While I did try this too, it won't allow me to add or open mail at all

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-08-01T12:16:10+00:00

    Do you mean you can't sign into your e mail account using the old "Mail and Calendar" or do you mean you can't sign into your Microsoft Windows account?

    Try going to the Windows store and look for "Mail and Calendar". If its already installed click open. If you can't sign into your e mail account try deleting the mail account and adding it again.

    Kind regards

    Chris

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-08-01T12:03:51+00:00

    How do I go about changing the new outlook back to the windows mail?

    I had been having issues with keeping my mail open and when I did a reset

    it is forcing me into outlook.

    I deleted the outlook app and tried to sign back in under windows

    and now it tells me that that can not be completed.

    Any help would be greatly appreciated

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-07-31T22:02:41+00:00

    How do I get Mail back? Everytime I open the app it defaults to the new Outlook. Thanks.

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