How do I add a background picture to the "Modern" theme in the new outlook that replaces the older mail app?

Anonymous
2023-10-19T13:53:11+00:00

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?

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-03-22T16:05:38+00:00

    I've found the same thing. My company just changed over to Microsoft for our emails and I'm missing having my wood background. It's so boring to have this pale grey background, and I can't stand the stark black background. I need a dark in between. I would love it if we could get the option to add background images super soon. Also, I've had an outlook account for personal use for years (started with hotmail) and the themes haven't changed ever. Come on people...why can't we have newer options for the color schemes?? There's only about 3 options that are even slightly appealing to me and I'm just bored of them. I need new stuff. :)

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-03-26T00:41:25+00:00

    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.

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-03-28T19:45:40+00:00

    This is a feature on Mac for themes like transgender & pride? Why can't we have these themes on Windows?

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-04-08T09:10:30+00:00

    6 month later.. same thing.. Allo Microsoft where are you ? 😓

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  5. Anonymous
    2024-04-08T11:27:06+00:00

    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.

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