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How to switch from Outlook (new) to Outlook (classic)

Apr 22, 2026
Some users reported that whenever they open the classic MS Outlook on their computers, the new Outlook app automatically opens instead. Maybe you had made the switch by mistake. This video shows how to switch from the Outlook (new) app to the Outlook (classic) desktop software on Windows. Let's get started! Link: https://www.thewindowsclub.com/how-to-switch-from-outlook-new-to-outlook-classic 00:00 Intro 00:32 Turn Off the Toggle Switch 00:52 Edit Windows Registry 01:48 Uninstall the Outlook New App 02:07 Create a Desktop Shortcut to the Outlook (classic) Software Registry key : HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Office\16.0\Outlook\Preferences Run : regedit Other Links: https://www.thewindowsclub.com/how-to-use-the-new-free-outlook-email-app-on-windows