No Insert Symbol in Outlook

Question

Yet again Microsoft has chosen to break something that was already fine,

Put the insert smybol button back into outlook

I have just spend 20 mins looking for it in the background and then i found out its behind a useless keyboard shortcut.

Fix it now! Stop breaking things that are fine!

Dont even get me started on not being able to insert links into new outlook emails. What a joke!!!

Answer 1

Indeed, Insert Symbol is MIA at the moment. It is still available through the keyboard shortcuts Windows Key+. (period) and Windows Key+; (semicolon). It does appear that Insert Link is now available from the ribbon with the cursor in the body of a new email:

Answer 2

Hi @Thomas Tromans, 

Thank you for posting your question in the Microsoft Q&A forum.         

I’m really sorry to hear about the frustration you’ve experienced with the recent Outlook interface changes. I understand how disruptive it can be when familiar features seem to move or behave differently. 

To better investigate what’s happening and help you regain the functionality you need, could you please clarify the following: 

• Does the Insert Link button not appear? 
• Which version of Outlook are you currently using? 
• Did this issue start immediately after switching to the “New Outlook”? 
• Is this the symbol feature you’re referring to, or is it another type of symbol insertion? 
• If possible could you provide me a screenshot of the  Outlook appear on your side ? (Feel free to hide any privacy information ) 

If I’ve misunderstood anything, please feel free to correct me. I want to make sure I fully understand your situation so I can provide the best support.      

Thank you again for your time and understanding. While my initial response may not resolve the issue immediately, I’d like to gather more details about your situation so I can assist you more effectively.       

I really appreciate your patience, and I’m here to help. Looking forward to your response!   

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Answer 3

It appears that the Insert Symbol feature may not be as accessible in the New Outlook as it was previously. Users have expressed frustration over changes in functionality, including difficulties with inserting links into emails. Unfortunately, specific solutions or adjustments for these issues are not detailed in the available context.

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References:

• Why does Microsoft keep switching me from Outlook Classic to New Outlook when I do not have that option enabled? - Microsoft Q&A
• New Outlook has stopped working, Fails when starting after 30 to 60 seconds - Microsoft Q&A