Step 1: Open the Mail App
The first step is to open the Mail app on your Windows 10 device. You can do this by clicking on the Mail app icon in your Start menu or by typing “Mail” into the search bar.
Step 2: Click on the Settings Icon
Once the Mail app is open, click on the Settings icon (which looks like a gear) in the bottom left-hand corner of the window.
Step 3: Select “Focused Inbox”
In the Settings menu, select “Focused Inbox” from the list of options.
Step 4: Turn Off Focused Inbox
To turn off the Focused Inbox feature, simply toggle the switch to the off position. Your inbox will now display all of your emails in one place, rather than dividing them into Focused and Other categories.
Step 5: Customize Your Inbox
If you still want to separate your emails into categories, you can customize your inbox by selecting “Customize inbox” in the Focused Inbox settings menu. From there, you can choose which categories to display in your inbox.
Step 6: Save Your Changes
Once you’ve made the desired changes to your inbox settings, be sure to click “Save” to apply them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will turning off Focused Inbox affect my email filters?
A: No, turning off Focused Inbox will not affect any filters you’ve set up for your emails.
Q: Can I turn Focused Inbox back on at any time?
A: Yes, you can easily turn Focused Inbox back on by following the same steps outlined above and toggling the switch to the on position.
Q: Will turning off Focused Inbox affect my email notifications?
A: No, turning off Focused Inbox will not affect your email notifications.
Q: Will turning off Focused Inbox affect my email search functionality?
A: No, turning off Focused Inbox will not affect your ability to search for specific emails in your inbox.
Q: Can I customize my inbox even if Focused Inbox is turned on?
A: Yes, you can customize your inbox by selecting “Customize inbox” in the Focused Inbox settings menu, even if Focused Inbox is turned on.