Office 365 Update for Mac: What's New and How to Get Started

As a Cornell University student, you may have recently received an update for Office 365 on your Mac device. This article provides an overview of the new features and changes that come with this update.

Logging In and Activating Office Apps

When opening an Office app, you will be prompted to sign in using your Cornell NetID and password. Simply type your NetID in the Email, phone, or Skype field and click Next. The yellow activation warning bar will disappear once you have successfully signed in.

Alternatively, if you are prompted to activate a product when opening an Office app, click Activate and then click Sign in at the bottom of the activation window.

Snoozing Emails

The new Outlook for Mac includes a feature called Snooze, which allows you to temporarily remove an email from your inbox and schedule it to reappear later. This is especially useful if you need to respond to an email but don't have time immediately.

Calendaring Features

The updated Calendar app now offers several new features that make managing your schedule easier than ever. These include:

* A mini-calendar view that allows you to see more meeting and event details

* Suggested times for meetings based on your recipients' availability

* The ability to create meetings by selecting a time block in the calendar grid

* An option to email a message to the organizer and respond with your RSVP

Customizing Your Outlook Experience

The new Outlook for Mac also allows you to customize its look and feel. You can adjust colors, light and dark mode, spacing between text, and font size to suit your preferences.

However, it's worth noting that some features may not be immediately visible. For example, the Toolbar may not display all the items you're used to seeing. To customize the Toolbar, simply drag and drop the items you want to see onto the bar.

Known Issues and Missing Features

While the new Outlook for Mac offers many exciting new features, there are some known issues and missing functions that users should be aware of. These include:

* Notes & Tasks views are not natively available in the new Outlook

* Some features from the current version of Outlook for Mac may not yet be available in the new experience

If you encounter any issues or miss certain features, don't worry - there's a simple solution. You can switch back to the old interface by choosing Outlook > New Outlook > Revert to. You can also toggle between the two interfaces by choosing Outlook > New Outlook > Open New Outlook.

In summary, the new Office 365 update for Mac brings several exciting new features to your inbox and calendar. With its customizable look and feel, Snooze feature, and improved calendaring capabilities, this update is sure to make your email and scheduling experience even more efficient and enjoyable.

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