Please add "Read Aloud" function to new emails being written.

Anonymous
2024-03-14T19:56:09+00:00

"New Outlook" does not have the read aloud function when you are composing/writing emails (the feature is only available to read emails you have already received or sent). This is a huge miss and a disservice to Microsoft's customers, especially those with disabilities. Numerous folks are complaining about the lack of the read aloud feature in this thread Microsoft Read Aloud for New Outlook - Microsoft Community. Can Microsoft please respond and provide a timeline for when the Read Aloud function will be available when users are composing/drafting emails? Thank you.

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-04-09T14:44:40+00:00

    I would also like to see this feature implemented as soon as possible.

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-04-08T16:17:32+00:00

    Hi there,

    I just wanted to second this, the read aloud is really helpful and any updates on integrating into Outlook new would be helpful.

    Thank you.

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-04-10T13:40:40+00:00

    And I would also like to see this feature re-implemented as soon as possible.

    A fan of Microsoft products, but amazed that such a fundamental accessibility function was removed.

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-04-22T04:51:59+00:00

    The feature is helpful before sending out the email. It's inclusion would be highly appreciated

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  5. Anonymous
    2024-03-15T13:13:44+00:00

    Dear Katherine,

    Good day! Thank you for posting in the community.

    I understand your query and you are absolutely right, in the classic Outlook Read Aloud function is available when users are composing/drafting emails. However, in the new Outlook this feature is not yet available. I understand that the Read Aloud function is an important feature for many users, especially those with disabilities. I will forward your feedback to our product team for consideration. Unfortunately, I do not have any information on when this feature will be available for composing/drafting emails at the moment. However, Since the new outlook for windows (Preview ) is still under development, the current version may not include certain functionalities, rest assured that Microsoft is actively working on product development and improvement. I suggest keeping an eye on the Microsoft Outlook blog Things to look forward to in the new Outlook for Windows - Microsoft Community Hub or the Microsoft 365 roadmap for any updates on this feature Microsoft 365 Roadmap | Microsoft 365. In the meantime,  I do apologize for any inconvenience caused by missing this feature in the New Outlook, if you heavily rely on this feature, you may consider Toggling out of the new Outlook for Windows preview - Microsoft Support for now. You may also provide feedback or share your ideas for enhancing the New Outlook in the new outlook in-app feedback site directly to the new outlook developers. To do this, Open New Outlook -->Click on the Help menu -->Select Feedback. Your valuable input will contribute to refining the product and enhancing user experience.

    I will also update here once I get additional information and the specific timeline for the feature will be added. Appreciate your patience and understanding.

    Thank you for your precious time. Have a nice day!

    Best regards,

    Community Moderator

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