Master Microsoft Outlook 2010 the Easy Way

Name: Master Microsoft Outlook 2010 the Easy Way
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Learn how to use this popular email and contact management application to become more productive.

Created bySimon Sez IT

Last updated 4/2026

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What you'll learn

General overview of Microsoft Outlook 2010.
Customize the Quick Access Toolbar and the Ribbon.
Learn how to change views and personalize appearance.
See different ways of working with tasks: add items, creating reminders, update, flag, and categorize.
Configure multiple email addresses by adding new accounts.
Discover differences/similarities with the workspace of each core module: mail, calendar, contacts, tasks, and notes.
Create rules for incoming or outgoing email messages.
Attach files to your email message.

Course content

3 sections • 30 lectures • 9h 47m total length

Getting Started11:13
Master Outlook 2010 on Windows 7 by learning the ribbon, navigation pane, reading pane, and backstage view to manage email, calendars, and tasks.
READ ME: Essential Information for a Successful Training Experience0:55
Overview of Calendar, Appointments, Contacts, Tasks, Notes12:16
Outlook 2010's calendar, contacts, tasks, notes, and journal are explored via the two-part navigation pane. Learn to create appointments, invite attendees, add new contacts, and capture notes for improved planning.
Adding New Accounts, Removing Accounts12:28
Master Outlook 2010 by adding and managing multiple accounts, including Gmail, Windows Live, and POP/IMAP, using account settings, default sending from, and optional manual configuration.
Add Items, To-Do Options and Customization10:56
Maximize the to do bar in Outlook 2010 by turning it on, adding tasks via email drag or follow up, and organizing with categories, quick clicks, and reminders.
Creating New Task, Modifying Details, Recurring Tasks12:51
Create and manage tasks in Outlook 2010 with the to-do bar and keyboard shortcuts, set reminders and urgency flags, and configure recurring tasks with skip and regenerate options.
Calendar Displays, Set Up/Edit/Delete Appointments12:06
Navigate and manage Outlook calendar across day, work week, week, and month views; use date picker, today button, and go-to-date dialog to add, move, adjust, and delete appointments.
Using Help Options; Add/Edit/Delete Contacts11:52
Master Outlook 2010 help and contacts features to add, edit, delete, and customize contact details while using follow-up reminders.
Create, Edit, Forward Notes10:06
Learn to create, edit, and forward notes in Outlook 2010 using keyboard shortcuts and the notes module. Organize notes with views, search, categorization, and quick printing for quick reminders.
Options, Create, Send Journal Entries12:12
Enable Outlook 2010 journal and choose automatic or manual entries. Record emails, calls, tasks, and calendar items, and print or view journal entries.
Outlook 2010 keyboard shortcuts11:00
Course transcripts1:43:00

Course Review0:43
Encourage learners to leave a review and provide feedback to improve training materials, offering the option to update reviews later and aiming for a five-star rating.
Customize Quick Access Toolbar & the Ribbon11:02
Learn to customize the Quick Access Toolbar and the ribbon in Outlook 2010, add commands, create groups, and build a new tab via backstage view.
Customizing Workspace Views Part 111:13
Explore Outlook 2010 workspace views, focusing on list and table views, customize columns, and apply multi-field sorting to organize mail and contacts efficiently.
Customizing Workspace Views Part 211:27
Customize the Outlook 2010 workspace via table/list views, add or move columns, group by company, save Toby's company view, and use view settings across contacts and tasks.
Managing Data File Folders12:51
Discover how Outlook stores emails in PST data files and uses folders such as inbox, sent items, and junk mail, then learn to create a new folder for multiple accounts.
Outlook Connector; Customizing Mail12:25
Explore how the Outlook connector synchronizes Outlook with Hotmail Live accounts, including emails and contacts, and manage data files, security, and reading pane options for mail organization.
Creating Rules for Sent/Incoming Emails13:09
Create rules to automate emails in Outlook 2010 by moving sent messages to folders and flagging incoming mail with alerts and sounds.
Formatting Email Messages12:06
Format email messages in Outlook 2010 by choosing plain text, rich text, or HTML, apply themes and styles, attach files, save drafts, add signatures, and spell check before sending.
General Mail Options12:41
Explore Outlook 2010 general mail options, including compose settings, spell check, signatures, stationery, and message arrival alerts, then learn about replies, forwards, cc and bcc, and importance.
Assigning/Completing Tasks9:24
Master assigning and completing tasks in Outlook, set due dates and priorities, track progress, and generate status reports as colleagues accept or decline the task.
Forward/Edit/Group Contacts11:59
Enhance Outlook 2010 contact management by editing and forwarding details, creating and using contact groups for targeted emails, and leveraging business cards, search, and printing options.
Setting Up Meeting Requests; Calendar Options12:58
Master Outlook 2010 teaches how to set up meeting requests, invite attendees, check availability, and adjust scheduling with reminders, time zones, and all-day events, plus calendar printing options.
Setup RSS Feeds11:19
Set up and manage rss feeds in Outlook, including CNN political ticker and BBC news. Explore delivery options, view articles, and organize feeds for easier reading.
Organize RSS Feeds, New Social Connection12:26
Organize rss feeds in Outlook 2010 by creating a news folder, sorting items into category folders, and using the Outlook social connector to link Facebook and LinkedIn.
Junk Mail Options, Dealing with Junk Mail13:36
Discover Outlook 2010 junk mail options, including blocked senders, safe lists, and international filters, to manage spam levels and safely receive or block messages with practical tips.
Filtering Through & Searching for Specific Emails12:19
Learn to filter junk mail, use unread and refined search tools including advanced find and search folders to locate items quickly in Outlook 2010.
Auto Archive Options & Manual Archive12:11
Master auto archive and manual archive in Outlook 2010 to manage data growth, set age thresholds, and securely store emails, appointments, and contacts.
Email Security & Maintenance11:48
Back up Outlook data by copying PST and OST files regularly, closing Outlook during the copy, and storing backups safely; enable antivirus and optional PST password or encrypted email.

Description

Learn Outlook 2010 by Simon Sez IT is a 5-hour course consisting of two chapters. Chapter 1 is geared towards the basics of the program so you can get up to speed using Outlook 2010. Get started opening the Outlook client, then configure your email accounts and discover how to use contacts. Learn to use tasks, to-do lists, the workspace, the Ribbon, notes, appointment scheduling, calendars, reminders, and journals.

The second chapter takes you beyond the basics. It introduces you to more advanced Outlook options such as customizing the workspace and creating groups, PST files, email rules for inbox management, and folders. You’ll then go through formatting emails, attachments, signatures, themes, and stationary. Before wrapping up, you’ll get a comprehensive breakdown on completing tasks, delegating tasks to others, security, phishing, managing junk mail/spam, filtering, searching, archiving, cleanup, and more.

Plus, when you sign up for our class, you’ll also get these 4 BONUSES for a limited time in addition to the 26 online course videos:

Downloadable & printable keyboard shortcuts - to help you save time and get your work done faster.
An online quiz (25 questions) - to test what you've learned.
Downloadable & printable transcripts (over 100 searchable pages) – to give you another learning option, if you prefer reading but don’t have time to take notes.
A certificate of completion to tell everyone you've aced the course.

Where else can you find so many extra tools to help you master Outlook 2010?!?!

So start learning today. Because being a technology dinosaur isn’t going to get you a promotion or raise!

All of our videos are high-definition videos, therefore, they are best viewed with the HD setting on, and the videos enlarged.

Who this course is for:

Those new of Microsoft Office or those upgrading from previous versions of Microsoft Office.

Master Microsoft Outlook 2010 the Easy Way

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Course content

Chapter 1 - The Basics12 lectures • 3hr 41min

Chapter 2 - Beyond the Basics18 lectures • 3hr 26min

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