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In the old Mail app I was able to add a custom background image. Since that app is going away I now have to use this version. the "modern" theme has a picture of a snow covered landscape. The options are that or nothing. There is no way to change the picture or add a picture of my choosing, even though the description says "Modern themes allow you to add a background image for further customization". How do I change this image, or add an image of my own?
Using New Outlook on Windows for personal email, calendar, and contact management
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Here's the link for this specific feedback request - it currently has 11 upvotes, so, that's not going to get much attention from Microsoft.
As Nathan said - if you want background images, upvote that feedback request.
Remember that Microsoft does not monitor these threads. If you would like to get your request to Microsoft, submit feedback for the new Outlook. Help Tab > Feedback. I see they have added a few more lame options for images but still do not allow you to upload your own. The more people who submit this as feedback, the more likely it will get addressed. Let's spam their feedback with this! If all 246 of you with "the same question" do this, it may actually have an impact. This page has also been viewed almost 9000 times. If everyone who sees this does the same, it can't be ignored forever.
6 month later.. same thing.. Allo Microsoft where are you ? 😓
This is a feature on Mac for themes like transgender & pride? Why can't we have these themes on Windows?
I'm in the same boat. As of right now they are forcing us to switch to the new outlook and I don't like that I can't change out my background for something I enjoy. Microsoft needs to get on this and fast and FIX IT or I'm about to switch to a mail program that isn't microsoft related that will allow me to customize my background and color themes.