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If you can open the original Outlook Data File, you might be able to recover additional items. The Inbox Repair tool creates a backup file with the same name as the original, but with a .bak extension, and saves it in the same folder. There may be items in the backup file that you might be able to recover that the Inbox Repair tool couldn't.

Logging into Outlook 365 provides a seamless experience across devices and integrates with the broader ecosystem of Microsoft 365 applications, enhancing productivity and collaboration. Once the software is installed, it will guide you through the steps to figure out whats wrong with your Outlook account and help you find the best solution. If this doesnt work, youll need to get in touch with Microsoft support. Microsoft recommends using their support portal to initiate help requests. This involves starting through automated help, which can then direct you to phone assistance.

Then, right-click a selected file and choose "Delete" (a trash can icon). You might need to set Windows Update to automatically download and install recommended updates. Installing any important, recommended, and optional updates can sites.Google.com often correct problems by replacing out-of-date files and fixing vulnerabilities. To install the latest Windows and Office updates, click the link below. In Windows, Outlook not opening errors can disrupt email communication, which can negatively affect productivity and business operations.

The Inbox Repair tool creates a backup file with the same name as the original, but with a .bak extension, and saves it in the same folder. There may be items in the backup file that you might be able to recover that the Inbox Repair tool couldn't. You can create a new Outlook Data File and drag the items in the Lost and Found folder into the new data file.

To install sites.Google.com the latest Windows and Office updates, click the link below. You can determine if it's corrupted by creating a new profile and changing which profile is used when Outlook starts. Use the classic Outlook startup troubleshooter to diagnose and Fix Outlook Support (sites.Google.com) several common classic Outlook for Windows issues for you. If you are having trouble locating scanpst.exe you can also use OutlookTools (free!). For a step-by-step guide on how to work with scanpst.exe see Using the Inbox Repair Tool (scanpst.exe). Virus scanners which integrate themselves with Outlook are known to cause a lot of issues.

In some scenarios, doing so fixes the "Outlook will not open" issue. However, if installing updates doesnt fix the problem, then try to repair your Office programs. Then, you can try to start Outlook 2016 in Safe Mode and then check which add-in is causing Outlook issues, disabling that add-in.

Here, we list fixes for the possible causes, starting with the most likely culprit. Go in order so you have best chance of getting back to your inbox as quickly as possible. Occasionally, classic Outlook tries to run a process in the background. Auto-archive, sending and receiving a very large attachment, or running some of the other mailbox tools can all be done in the background. Check the status bar at the bottom of the screen to see if another process is running. If so, wait a short time (usually two or three minutes) to see if Outlook starts working again.

If you can't open Outlook, or Outlook disappears or crashes, one of your add-ins may be to blame or you may need to update Outlook. This write-up is to help you get out of such a scene and get things back to normal as before with Outlook 2016 (and other recent versions too). Here, we have compiled a couple of workarounds or quick methods using which the whole Outlook wont open mess will fly away. If Outlook is NOT able to start in safe mode, then try the next proposed solution below, entitled Create a new sites.Google.com Outlook profile. Use the classic Outlook startup troubleshooter to diagnose and fix several common classic Outlook for Windows issues for you. Sometimes, Outlook fails to open when it cant load your view settings in the app.

Outlook stores all your email messages, meetings and events, contacts, and tasks in data files. You can run the Inbox Repair Tool (scanpst.exe) to scan your Outlook data files and repair errors. Outlook caches various files to speed up your app experience. When you have issues with the app, its likely the apps cached files are corrupted.

To get support in Outlook.com, click here or select Help on the menu bar and enter your query. If the self-help doesn't solve your problem, scroll down to Still need help? Some customers may not be able to see their Profile, Account or Sign Out options when selecting their picture on the top toolbar. None of the events or information was lost in the move to the new calendar. The Family group calendar now appears in the Outlook.com groups area in the left nav on Outlook web and in the groups area of the Outlook mobile app. Some Safari users are unable to add email addresses in the To section, or cannot point the cursor in the To field.