How to Change Default Font in Outlook (Step-by-Step Guide)

Microsoft Outlook is great for sending emails, but its default font might not match your style. If you’re tired of the plain look every time you open a new message, you’re in the right place. Changing the default font in Outlook is easy, and we’re going to make it even simpler!

Ready to give your emails a new look? Let’s dive in with this fun and clear step-by-step guide.

Step 1: Open Outlook

First things first. Launch your Outlook application.

This guide works best with the desktop version of Outlook for Windows. The steps are a bit different in Outlook Web or Mac versions, but the idea is the same.

Step 2: Head to the Options Menu

Here’s how to get there:

• Click on ‘File’ at the top left of Outlook.
• Then select ‘Options’ from the sidebar menu.

This will open a new window called Outlook Options.

Step 3: Choose the Mail Category

In the Outlook Options window:

• Click on ‘Mail’ from the list on the left.
• Then find the Compose messages section.
• Click the button labeled ‘Stationery and Fonts…’

This is where the magic happens!

Step 4: Set Your New Default Font

A new window will pop up with three sections:

• New mail messages
• Replying or forwarding messages
• Composing and reading plain text messages

To change your font:

1. Click ‘Font…’ next to the section you want to customize.
2. Choose your favorite font style, size, and color.
3. Click ‘OK’ each time to save your choice.

Repeat this if you want different fonts for replies or plain text.

Step 5: Save and Exit

Once you’ve made your selections:

• Click ‘OK’ to close the “Signatures and Stationery” window.
• Click ‘OK’ again to close the Outlook Options window.

Congrats! Your new default font is ready to roll in your next email!

Bonus Tips for Font Fun!

Want a few more style pointers?

• Pick a professional font like Calibri or Arial for work emails.
• Use Comic Sans only if you want to confuse your coworkers (just kidding… unless?)
• Make sure the font color is easy to read (bright yellow on white? Nope!).

Changing Font in Outlook Web? Here’s a Quick Tip!

If you’re on the browser version of Outlook:

• Click the gear icon (Settings) in the top right.
• Go to ‘Mail’ > ‘Compose and reply’.
• Scroll down until you see Message format.
• Choose your default font, size, and color there.
• Click Save when you’re done!

Wrap-up

Changing the default font in Outlook is a small step that makes a big difference. Whether you want a classy look or a little more fun in your emails, setting a new font is a great way to show your personality.

Now your emails will look as awesome as they sound. Happy emailing!