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how to update the sender name in the new Outlook?
Bjh4850 The sender name for IMAP accounts is not editable.
For outlook.com and Microsoft 365 Work or School accounts, it picks the name up from the server.
Note: The new Outlook is a work in progress - you can leave Feedback and suggestions at
https://feedbackportal.microsoft.com/feedback/forum/89a8afa3-2e1c-ec11-b6e7-0022481f8472
To update the sender name in the new Outlook, open Outlook and go to Settings, then select Accounts or Manage Accounts. Choose your email account and look for the option “Your Name” or “Account settings.” Here you can edit the sender name as you want and save the changes. After updating, restart Outlook and your new sender name will start appearing in outgoing emails.
Settings, then select Accounts or Manage Accounts. Choose your email account and look for the option “Your Name” or “Account settings.” Here you can edit the sender name
My New Outlook for Windows does not have those settings. Please post a screen shot of your New Outlook for Windows that shows the settings you refer to.
(You can change the Account Description, but that has no effect on the email Display Name).
