Setting up Automatic Replies in Microsoft Outlook

This article discusses the automatic replies (Out of Office) feature in Outlook that automatically responds to an inquirer with a custom message that you provide.

Question

How do I setup "Out of Office" Automatic Replies in Microsoft Outlook?

Resolution

1. In Outlook, select the File tab.

2. Click the Info tab, and then select Automatic Replies (Out of Office).

3. Select the Send automatic replies radio button.

• You can also select an appropriate time range for the automatic replies.

4. Type your message in the Inside My Organization tab for out of office replies for internal employees and type your message in the Outside My organization tab for everyone else.