Question
How do you use your email to take actions like storing contact information, creating a task, or setting up a meeting?
Answer
You can get started with each action by simply dragging the message to the appropriate button on the Navigation Pane. While this functionality isn't new to Outlook 2016, it's a handy
way to see how messages in Outlook can have uses beyond e-mail.
Note that dragging creates a new item, and doesn't get the message out of your Inbox. It's up to you to delete it if you don't need it anymore.
If a message makes you realize that you need to meet with someone, here's a quick way to get started:
- Drag the message to the Calendar on the lower left corner Navigation Pane.
- A new appointment opens, where you'll fill in the rest of the details (such as the date, time, and location).
- Then, you'll invite the person to the meeting, and
- Click Send.
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