Key Points

• All the commands you need when creating a message in Outlook 2007 are available on the Ribbon at the top of the message window, grouped on tabs by function.

• You can easily create e-mail messages that include text, hyperlinks, and attachments.

• You can send messages in a variety of formats. Some message formats support more formatting options than others. Recipients using e-mail programs that don't support HTML or Rich Text Formatting will see the message in plain text.

• You can format the text and background of your messages, either by choosing individual formatting options and styles or by applying a theme.

• You can create professional business graphics by using the new SmartArt feature available in Outlook 2007, Word 2007, and PowerPoint 2007.

• You can automatically insert contact information in e-mail messages by using an electronic signature. You can create different signatures for different purposes and instruct Outlook to insert a specific signature depending on the e-mail account and message type.