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Right Click on Spell Check does not display suggested words, does not display 'add to dictionary'

Anonymous
2023-09-28T18:53:00+00:00

Hi,

This is for Microsoft Outlook Version 1.2023.920.900 (Production), Client Version is 20230915006.19.

When Outlook identifies a potential selling error, it displays a wavy red underline under the word.

When right clicking to view the suggested spelling or add word to the dictionary, neither option appears.

Only an option for 'copy' appears when right clicking on a unlined word.

Attaching an image does not appear to be working. Using a link to imgur to host image of problem. https://imgur.com/a/IqknWzn

This problem is exclusive to Outlook, and does not occur in Microsoft Teams, Office, or other products.

Thanks,

Jason

Outlook | Windows | Classic Outlook for Windows | For home

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-09-29T16:21:22+00:00

    Appreciate the response Hal.

    I've tried de-selecting the word, and left clicking only. This does not work. Double left clicking yields the font settings prompt.

    Interesting. Upon further testing, I've discovered that the issue only occurs when the reply is written in the 'docked' mode of Outlook. Spell check is functioning as expected if it is written in a new window ('open in new window' is selected before beginning message composition.) Based on this behavior, I believe I'm looking at a bug in the software.

    Thanks again,

    Jason

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-10-11T09:20:05+00:00

    this left click is hugelly annoying. what's the point to change it? the right click feature is a standard feature across all the Microsoft apps why to change? What is the keyboard shortcut to left click in outlook? Any help with that at least?

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  3. Anonymous
    2023-10-03T09:36:09+00:00

    Dear JasonKL8,

    Good day! Thank you for posting to Microsoft Community. We are happy to assist you.

    As per the description you have shared, I understand Spell Check does not display suggested words in new Outlook for Windows as it is in legacy Outlook.

    We do understand your concern here, but after thorough testing and consultation, it’s been concluded that the feature you're inquiring is not yet available in new Outlook. However, thank you for bringing this to our attention, your concern is very meaningful and reasonable. Since New Outlook for Windows is still in active development, we will surely raise your concerns to our Product Development Team and hopefully this can be included in the future updates. In the meantime, we sincerely recommend you post your concern as an idea to our Outlook in-app feedback site Contact support and provide feedback within the new Outlook for Windows - Microsoft Support

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    Our Product Development Team are committed to enhancing the customer experience by continually examining suggestions to include in the design and development of future product upgrades based on your suggestions. Hopefully your suggestion will help many users in the future.

    Thank you for your time and understanding. For other questions, feel free to add your post in the Microsoft Community team.

    Stay safe and healthy. Have a good day!

    Sincerely,

    Simbarashe | Microsoft Community Moderator

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  4. Hal Hostetler MVP-Outlook 11,901 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2023-09-28T21:33:13+00:00

    In your screen clip, the misspelled word is also highlighted. UN-highlight the word and try left click instead of right click:

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  5. Anonymous
    2023-09-28T21:07:04+00:00

    Dear 

    Thank you for posting to Microsoft Community. We are happy to assist you.

    We are looking into your situation, we will update the thread shortly.

    Appreciate your patience and understanding and thank you for your time and cooperation.

    Sincerely,

    Katherine| Microsoft Community Moderator

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