Getting started with the Outlook MAPI reference
Applies to: Outlook 2013 | Outlook 2016
The Microsoft Outlook Messaging API (MAPI) Reference describes how to create MAPI solutions that work with Microsoft Outlook 2013 and Outlook 2016. This section describes how to find the various reference and conceptual resources in the Outlook MAPI Reference.
If you are new to developing solutions for Outlook, see Selecting an API or technology for developing solutions for Outlook to identify the APIs and technologies that are most appropriate for your needs.
In this section
Outlook MAPI Reference Overview: Provides overview information about the Outlook MAPI Reference.
What's New in This Edition: Describes the updates in the Outlook 2013 version of the MAPI Reference.
Commonly Used Header Files: Provides a list of MAPI header files that developers commonly use.
Commonly Used Properties: Describes where to find documentation for required and optional properties.
Commonly Used Objects: Describes how to find information about MAPI objects and interfaces.
API Elements Deprecated in This Edition: Describes the properties that should not be used in the current version of MAPI.