The column on the left which lists all my folders has disappeared.

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The column on the left which lists all my folders has disappeared.

Jim Grundy 25

The column on the left which lists all my folders has disappeared. I now only have a column of all recent emails and a screen that shows the email that I have highlighted.

Tiffany Murphy 0 Reputation points

2026-06-05T12:34:52.23+00:00

Click on View> Folder Pane> Folder List> Show. My computer had an update and my Outlook did the same thing.

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Tiffany Murphy 0 Reputation points

2026-06-05T12:34:52.23+00:00

Click on View> Folder Pane> Folder List> Show. My computer had an update and my Outlook did the same thing.

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It sounds like you may have accidentally hidden the folder pane in your email application. To restore the folder pane, you can try the following steps:

Check if the folder pane is minimized: Look for a small arrow or bar on the left side of your screen. Clicking it may expand the folder pane back into view.
Use the View menu: If you're using Outlook, go to the View tab in the ribbon and look for options related to the folder pane. You may find an option to show or hide the folder pane.
Restart the application: Sometimes, simply closing and reopening the application can resolve display issues.
Check for updates: Ensure that your email application is up to date, as updates can fix bugs or issues related to the user interface.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, consider checking the application’s help resources or support forums for further assistance.