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how do I create a group list in new outlook?

Terry Bowen 0 Reputation points
2025-08-02T15:25:00.6266667+00:00

how to create a group list in new outlook? I was able to create groups in the old outlook.

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  1. Kal-D 7,365 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-08-13T19:22:35.1933333+00:00

    Hi Terry Bowen

    It has been awhile since I hear back from you.

    Just checking in to see if the above information was helpful.  

    If you have any further updates on this issue, please feel free to reach out.  

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    Warm regards, 

    Kal Duong | Microsoft Q&A Support Specialist

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  2. Kal-D 7,365 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-08-02T19:56:14.5333333+00:00

    Dear Terry Bowen,

    Thank you for reaching out to the Q&A Forum!

    I understand you're looking to create a group list in the new Outlook for Windows. The process is a bit different from the classic version, but it's still straightforward.

    Here are the steps to create a contact list (which is the new name for a distribution list or contact group) in the new Outlook: 

    Creating a Contact List

    1. Open the People tab by clicking the two-person icon on the left-hand side of the Outlook window.
    2. Start a new contact list: At the top of the "People" view, click the arrow near the "New Contact" you should see an option to create "New contact list". Please click it.
    3. A new window will appear. First, give your list a name.
    4. In the "Add members" field, start typing the names or email addresses of the people you want to include. Outlook will suggest contacts from your address book as you type.
    5. Once you've added everyone you need, click the Create button to save your list. 

    Using Your New Contact List

    To use your new group, simply start a new email and begin typing the name of your contact list in the "To" field. Outlook will recognize the list and automatically populate the field with all the members you added.

    I hope this helps you get your group lists set up in the new Outlook! Please let me know if you have any other questions.

    Warm regards, 

    Kal Duong | Microsoft Q&A Support Specialist

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