How to Create and Manage Folders in OWA

How to Create and Manage Folders in OWA

Creating and managing folders in Outlook Web Access (OWA) helps you organize your emails efficiently. Follow these steps to create and manage folders:

  1. Open Your Web Browser: Launch your preferred web browser and go to the OWA login page. The URL is typically provided by your organization's IT department.

  2. Sign In: Enter your email address and current password, then click "Sign In."

  3. Create a New Folder:

    • In the left pane, right-click on the folder where you want to create a new folder.
    • From the context menu, select "Create new folder."
    • Type a name for the new folder and press Enter.
  4. Rename a Folder:

    • Right-click on the folder you want to rename.
    • Select "Rename" from the context menu.
    • Type the new name for the folder and press Enter.
  5. Move a Folder:

    • Click and hold the folder you want to move.
    • Drag the folder to the desired location in the folder hierarchy.
    • Release the mouse button to drop the folder in the new location.
  6. Delete a Folder:

    • Right-click on the folder you want to delete.
    • Select "Delete" from the context menu.
    • Confirm the deletion if prompted.
  7. Set Up Rules to Automatically Move Messages:

    • Click on the gear icon (Settings) at the top right corner of the page.
    • Select "View all Outlook settings."
    • Go to "Mail" > "Rules."
    • Click on "Add new rule" and set the conditions and actions for the rule.
    • Save the rule to automatically move messages to specific folders based on the conditions you set.
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