How can I open an attachment without downloading it on new Outlook?

Anonymous
2023-10-30T17:21:59+00:00

Before I switched to new outlook, I was able to double click on attachments and they would open to their specific apps. Ex. If it was a PDF it would open with Acrobat; If it was a word doc, it would open with word. Now I have to click the download button and it default saves to my downloads folder instead of being put where I want it in the beginning. I also can't drag attachments from an email to the specific folder I want to save it to on my desktop. I have to download and then move it from my downloads folder.

I know it's probably just a new process I'll have to get used to, but hey maybe someone knows a hack!

Thank you in advance :)

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-11-19T13:47:37+00:00

    So, I am losing my life away for the convenience of Microsoft? I am wasting so much time doing the preview instead of opening the freaking attached pictures!!!! I am upset!

    As a Microsoft shareholder, I DO NOT LIKE THIS. I might bring this to the next board meeting. So much for AI and making users lives easier!

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-09-30T18:30:15+00:00

    Why on earth do you dive into the development of a new version when everything available in the older version isn't considered first before the starting of the new one. If you are being pressed for the release of the new version from your higher ups at least have the guts to tell them "It isn't ready". So much in the development of all sorts of stuff is failed because everyone has to have the accolades for "Good Job" Boo Boo. , instead of doing it right the first time and maybe taking a little extra time.

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-04-18T23:38:50+00:00

    100% agree! In addition, the way they have changed how signatures are SHARED on a SHARED inbox is absurd!!! Microsoft needs to stop messing with our workflow and productivity!

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  4. Anonymous
    2023-11-08T06:42:37+00:00

    Hello Melissa S Lopez,

    Thank you for your reply, may I know if you managed to reach the new Outlook support team? They should be able to assist as well. Feel free to update me on their response.

    Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Please do not hesitate to post your queries in Microsoft Community and we will always do our best to assist you!

    Sincerely,

    Simbarashe | Microsoft Community Moderator

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  5. Anonymous
    2023-10-30T17:50:20+00:00

    Dear 

    Thank you for posting to Microsoft Community. We are happy to assist you.

    We are looking into your situation, we will update the thread shortly.

    Appreciate your patience and understanding and thank you for your time and cooperation.

    Sincerely,

    Katherine | Microsoft Community Moderator

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