Currently task panes are a fixed width by default. Users can manually increase the width but cannot reduce it. In addition neither users nor their organisations (customers) want to perform a manual a...
Also a frequent request and important from our customers.
Context
Reduce the amount of screen real estate used by the Outlook task pane add-in, especially on smaller screens where the current fixed-width pane feels intrusive. Today, task panes are typically shown at a default width and remain fully expanded when pinned.
Problem
- The pinned add-in occupies too much space continuously
- Users only need quick access most of the time
- Full UI is only required when performing an active task
Proposed Solution
Introduce a dual-state add-in experience:
- Slim (default, pinned) view
- Expanded view (on interaction)