In the New Outlook, the Flag option is not available when composing a message, how do I get this feature back?

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In the New Outlook, the Flag option is not available when composing a message, how do I get this feature back?

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I am using the Desktop Option

This was available in my previous version.

As of right now, I can only Flag and email for follow up after it has already been sent.

I have to go into my sent messages at the end of each day and mark emails for follow up.

This only adds another dozen tasks to my day instead of making it easier which I believe was the purpose of the update.

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Anonymous

This is ****. Why remove a perfectly good feature?

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I have today found the same problem.

When composing a new email in New Outlook, there is no "flag" option in the ribbon.
Yes, there is still a "flag" option on my Inbox ribbon, so I can flag emails that have been sent to me, however this is not what I am trying to achieve.

I am sending a new email to others, and wish to include a flag on that email to prompt recipients to reply by a specific date.

Answer 3

Thanks for the update on the New Outlook Flag / Reminder feature. I checked the roadmap and it shows a reminder feature to be added in May 2025 for the Apple version. Will the option to add a flag / reminder when CREATING a new email be offered for the PC in 2025?

Currently, the email (in New Outlook) must be sent and then flagged in the Sent Items folder. Clicking My Day to bring up Tasks is a good way to find a flagged email or through the filter.

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Anonymous

Thank you. I do see the flag feature in my inbox.

But - it it not in my ribbon when composing a new message.

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Dear KatN WP

Good day!

Thank you for posting to the Microsoft Community.

Based on your issue description "In the New Outlook, the Flag option is not available when composing a message, how do I get this feature back? "I understand that you have an issue with flagged emails in new outlook.

When you select the message, you can use the Flag button in the Ribbon, click on the flag icon which shows when you hover over the message in the Message List, or right click it for more options.
in new outlook, flagged emails can be found in MyDay icon located in the top menu, for more information kindly check: Flagged Emails in New Outlook: Set Reminders and Due Date | Microsoft Community Hub

Kindly note that Microsoft is continuously working on improving flagging features in new outlook. You can keep an eye on the Microsoft 365 Roadmap for any updates or new features that might be added in the future.

you can refer to Microsoft 365 Roadmap | Microsoft 365.

Please note that the community team and the Microsoft product development team are separate. The product development team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Microsoft products. They work on implementing new features, fixing bugs, and making improvements based on user feedback and other factors.

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

Thank you for your cooperation. stay safe!

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In the New Outlook, the Flag option is not available when composing a message, how do I get this feature back?

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