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Setting up Text Predictions in Outlook

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Do you often use the same phrases or sentences in your emails? Text predictions in Microsoft Outlook make composing emails with common phrases fast and easy. It’s simple to set up and save your frequent phrases in your settings. As you begin typing your next email, Outlook will make suggestions based on your saved text predictions. Personalise your experience in Outlook and compose emails faster and more accurately so you can be more productive.  

The text predictions tool isn’t limited to just Outlook. This tool can be used across a range of Microsoft 365 apps including Word, Excel, and OneNote. Get suggestions as you type – simply accept them with a tap of your enter key or ignore them by continuing to type.  

If you want to learn how to set up and use text predictions in Outlook, this quick video tutorial will show you how. It’s simple to activate whether you’re accessing Outlook via the web or the desktop app. Get more out of your email experience with text predictions. 


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