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How to start Outlook in Safe Mode
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quick start Guide

Start Outlook in Safe Mode to resolve startup problems..

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If Outlook does not start properly, freezes when you change settings, or you suspect that a recently installed extension may contain malware, you should start the program in Safe Mode. Then you can start troubleshooting.

How to start Outlook in Safe Mode

Start Outlook in Safe Mode so that you can determine the cause of startup problems. Follow our step-by-step instructions or take a look at the brief instructions .

1st step:

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Open the Windows Run window by using the key combination [Windows] + [R] . Enter the command outlook / safe there and click on the " OK " button .

2nd step:

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The Outlook login window is then displayed. You now need to select an Outlook profile to continue. Then click OK .

3rd step:

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Outlook will then open. You can see above that you are in Safe Mode.

Once Outlook is in Safe Mode, you can start troubleshooting. You can find some solutions that should help you in another post on the topic of "Outlook does not start". The sections "Resetting the navigation area" and "Finding faulty add-ins" should be of particular interest to you..

quick start Guide

  1. Simultaneously press [Windows] + [R] to open the Run dialog. Then enter outlook / safe and press [Enter] .
  2. Then select an Outlook profile and click " OK ". Outlook will then start in Safe Mode.
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