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Mailto Not Opening in Outlook: How to Enable It
Set Outlook as the default Mail app to trigger Mailto feature
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Outlook is a widely usedemail clientthat has been around for a long time. Millions of people and businesses around the world use it. However, there are times when you may encounter issues with Outlook and its Mailto feature.
The Mailto protocol is a Windows shortcut that you can use to create an email message in your default email program. It’s useful for sending messages to people without opening the mail app, but it’s not always enabled in Outlook. In this article, we show you how to enable it.
Why is Mailto not working?
The Outlook Mailto link can be used in any email application, such as Microsoft Outlook, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. However, if you’re using Outlook and the Mailto link isn’t working, there are several reasons why this could be happening:
How do I enable Mailto in Outlook?
First off, we recommend that you try the following steps:
1. Use Settings
If Outlook is not listed, download it from the Microsoft Store first.
2. Use the Control Panel
Finally, if neither of these steps solves the issue, we recommend reinstalling Outlook. Your version may be corrupted or outdated. Also, creating a new profile in Outlook may help. This may clear any problems between the browser and the program being used.
We may also be able to help in case yourOutlook is not sending emails. Don’t hesitate to check out our guide on that. Elsewhere, users also complained ofdeleted Outlook emails making a comeback, so make a quick visit to our dedicated article to fix this issue.
Let us know whether you have been able to open Mailto links in Outlook in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
