Outlook Search functionality by version

Question

Hello.

I have two different access points for Outlook, One is the desktop application, the other is a published desktop instance. They are on different builds. The desktop is on Version 2402 (Build 17328.20162) and the published version is on Version 2108 (Build 14332.20416) When i search in my desktop version for a currency entry in the body of an email, the email is pulled even if I do not had a comma for the number. $14,255.34 will find the email by entering 14255.34. On the published version, I must enter the Comma. is that a change between versions and the expected behaviour for version 2108 (Build 14332.20416) ?

Thank you

Bob

Answer 1

Good Morning.

Thank you for the clarification.

Answer 2

Hi Robert Poorman,

Good day.

Thank you for posting to the Microsoft Community. We are glad to assist.

Let’s delve into the differences between the two versions of Outlook you’re using.

Version 2402 (Build 17328.20162):

• This is the desktop application you’re using.
• When you search for a currency entry in the body of an email, it seems to be quite forgiving. For instance, if you search for $14,255.34, it will find the email even if you enter 14255.34 without the comma.
• This behavior allows for more flexibility in searching for currency values.

Version 2108 (Build 14332.20416):

• This corresponds to the published version.
• In this version, the search functionality appears to be more specific. To find the same email, you must include the comma. So, searching for 14255.34 won’t yield results; you need to input 14,255.34.
• This behavior might be more stringent in terms of matching the exact format.

In summary, the difference you’re experiencing between the two versions is indeed related to how they handle currency entries during searches. The desktop version is more lenient, while the published version requires precise formatting.

I hope this helps let me know if this is contrary to what you need, I would still be helpful to answer more of your questions.

Best Regards

Community Moderator

Answer 3

Dear Robert Poorman,

Good day.

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We've received your query and you can expect to receive response from one of our community moderator accordingly.

At this point, we appreciate your patience and cooperation. Thank you.

Sincerely,

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