Introduction

Microsoft Office Outlook 2003 is designed to help you work more efficiently . To maximize its features and tools that you want to use, you can configure Outlook so you have immediate access to information that you manage using this program.

To have Outlook reflect the way you work, you can create a custom toolbar that contains buttons for commands you use often. You can also specify the format of your messages, including their font, mail format, and default stationery. To keep your mail folders manageable, you can set Outlook to empty the Deleted Items folder when you close Outlook. You can also customize the way you send and receive e-mail message to suit your needs.

Outlook also takes advantage of features available to all Microsoft Office 2003 programs, including responding to voice commands and recognizing your handwriting when you work with a graphics tablet or similar device.