RM579187 - Outlook: Keep folders expanded when you restart Outlook

Microsoft 365 Roadmap

Summary

Outlook will remember which folders and shared mailboxes you have expanded or collapsed when you restart the app. You can pick up where you left off without opening the same folder branches again. This makes returning to your usual folders easier. #newoutlookforwindows

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Published

Nov 11, 2026

Status

In development

Release

General Availability

Platforms

Desktop
Web

Service

Outlook

Tag

In development
General Availability
Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Cloud

Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Description

Outlook will remember which folders and shared mailboxes you have expanded or collapsed when you restart the app. You can pick up where you left off without opening the same folder branches again. This makes returning to your usual folders easier. #newoutlookforwindows

GA date: February CY2027