New Outlook Email Shortcut Key "F4" Not Working: Fix
If you have recently upgraded to the new Outlook and have noticed that the F4 shortcut key for searching text in email is not working, you are not alone. Many users have reported this issue. However, there is a simple fix to get the F4 shortcut key working again in the new Outlook.
Why is the F4 Shortcut Key Not Working in the New Outlook?
The F4 shortcut key is used to search text in an email in the previous version of Outlook. However, the new Outlook has undergone significant changes, and some of the shortcut keys have been modified or removed. This is why the F4 shortcut key is not working in the new Outlook.
How to Fix the F4 Shortcut Key Not Working in the New Outlook?
To fix the F4 shortcut key not working in the new Outlook, follow these steps:
- Open the new Outlook and click on the "Search" box located at the top right corner of the screen.
- Press the "Alt + F4" keys simultaneously. This will open the "Advanced Find" dialog box.
- In the "Advanced Find" dialog box, click on the "Browse" button next to the "Search in" field.
- Select the email folder you want to search in and click "OK."
- Enter the search text in the "Search for" field and click "Find Now."
By following these steps, you can search for text in an email in the new Outlook even if the F4 shortcut key is not working. Alternatively, you can use the "Ctrl + E" shortcut key to open the "Search" box and enter the search text directly.
Key Concepts
- The F4 shortcut key is not working in the new Outlook.
- The new Outlook has undergone significant changes, and some of the shortcut keys have been modified or removed.
- To search for text in an email in the new Outlook, use the "Alt + F4" keys to open the "Advanced Find" dialog box and select the email folder to search in.
- Alternatively, use the "Ctrl + E" shortcut key to open the "Search" box and enter the search text directly.
The F4 shortcut key is not working in the new Outlook, but there is a simple fix to get it working again. By using the "Alt + F4" keys to open the "Advanced Find" dialog box and selecting the email folder to search in, you can search for text in an email in the new Outlook. Alternatively, use the "Ctrl + E" shortcut key to open the "Search" box and enter the search text directly. This article has provided detailed context on the topic, covering key concepts and subtitles to help you understand the issue and fix it.
References
- Microsoft Support. (2022). Keyboard shortcuts in Outlook. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/keyboard-shortcuts-in-outlook-0795c925-7705-4435-9517-55044778d0a2
- Outlook. (2022). Advanced find. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/advanced-find-in-outlook-8c490e09-cc6e-4512-9eba-e3d8e723d1b1