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Hide for Later - how the feature works in Outlook Web and helps with better work organization

Hide for Later - how the feature works in Outlook Web and helps with better work organization

  • Task prioritization - deferring an email allows you to focus on current, urgent tasks, while less urgent matters "return" when you plan to address them.

  • Organized inbox - reduces the clutter of messages in the main view — the inbox becomes clearer, improving work comfort.

  • Better planning of responses - you can align the timing of your reply or action with your schedule, avoiding situations where an important message "drowns" among new emails.

  • Stress reduction - allows you to defer matters without the risk of forgetting them — you can be sure the system will remind you at the right time.

How to use the HIDE FOR LATER feature in Outlook Web

  1. Log in to https://outlook.office.com/

  2. Select the email you want to defer.

  3. Click the CLOCK icon → HIDE FOR LATER visible on the bar above the message.

  4. Choose a preset time frame or the CHOOSE DATE option.

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  1. The email will disappear from the inbox, only to reappear as unread on the scheduled day and time.

  2. To see deferred messages - go to the odłożone folder in the left panel.

Project: “PGEDU+ Platform: Development of Qualifications and Competencies for Adults” co-financed by the European Union from the European Social Fund Plus
under the European Funds for Social Development program 2021 - 2027
grant agreement number FERS.01.05-IP.08-0526/23-00

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