Import settings and install add-ins on new Outlook for Windows

As you start new Outlook for the first time, you'll be asked during set up whether you want to import your settings and install your existing classic Outlook for Windows add-ins, so your new experience feels familiar.

If you toggle into the new Outlook from classic Outlook for Windows, you'll be prompted to import settings from that app. For a list of these imported settings, see List of imported settings from classic Outlook for Windows.

• Please note that the import of classic Outlook settings will only be successful if the General > Store my Outlook settings in the cloud (requires restarting Outlook) checkbox is selected in the classic Outlook Options windows.

In addition to your settings, the web add-in counterpart of your existing COM add-ins in classic Outlook for Windows will be installed when you switch to new Outlook. This way, you can keep using your favorite add-ins without disruptions. For a list of add-ins that will be installed, see List of add-ins installed from classic Outlook for Windows.

Select Import settings or select Skip. Migrating settings takes only a few moments.

If you've never used Outlook for Windows, the default settings will be applied.

If you're importing a work or school account, when you choose Import settings, your settings will also be applied to Outlook on the web.

Need to try migrating your classic Outlook for Windows settings and add-ins again? Select Settings  > Accounts > Email accounts. Then, select Manage next to your email account, and choose Get Started.