Switch from New Outlook to Old on Mac [Step-by-Step 2024]

Installed the new version of Outlook on your Mac, and something doesn’t feel, right? Upgrading any application to the latest version sometimes hampers the comforting looks of the app. I mean, the new look feels awkward at first.

But, in the case of Microsoft Outlook, the problem is more than looks. The interface and functionality change when you install the latest version of Outlook.

For instance, after installing Outlook version 16.58 (22010904) on my Macbook, it started to deny opening shared mailbox service and stopped me from resending emails. And unfortunately, many of the users reported the same issues.

The possible workaround for this issue is switching back to the Old Outlook version.

In this article, I’ll be sharing the complete guideline to revert to the Old Outlook.

How to Switch Back to Old Outlook on Mac

Open Outlook and click on the view tab from the dashboard. From the list of the view tab, move your mouse cursor to the reading pane. Switch the reading pane to the right. That will change the Outlook interface to the old view. Try further instruction if you are unable to revert to legacy view.

Even if the described method can’t get you back to the old Outlook, there are still some methods. Keep reading to find out.

Earlier versions of Microsoft Outlook had a toggle on top of the dashboard. You could turn on/off the new update whenever necessary. The more recent Outlook build version changed the interface drastically.

Here are the steps to revert Outlook to Old on Mac:

1. Turn Off New Outlook for Mac

To revert Outlook from the newest version, there’s a dedicated button in the application. Though Microsoft disabled the button in the new 16.68 version, you can find it on 16.69.

Here’s the procedure to turn off new Outlook on Mac:

• Launch Outlook on your device.
• Move the mouse cursor to the top left corner of your mac.
• Click on Outlook. A drop-down menu will pop up.
• Untick New Outlook from there.

Usually, New Outlook remains ticked on after updating to the latest version. You need to deselect it if you don’t like the updates. Outlook will restart automatically after the process, and your missing features will be visible once it restarts.

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2. Revert to Legacy Outlook

The newer version of Outlook creates problems with the calender and address book. For instance, the new calendar menu can’t save the addresses of individuals. Also, re-sending replies to emails are not available in the newest Outlook version.

To solve this issue, you can revert to the legacy mode on Mac.

Here are the steps to revert Outlook Mac to Legacy View:

• Launch Outlook on your Macbook.
• Move the mouse cursor to the dashboard of your mac. New options will visible.
• Click on Help from the dashboard. A new popup menu will appear.
• Select Reverse to Legacy Outlook.

Restart the Outlook application on Mac, and the application will switch back to the old version.

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3. Uninstall Outlook and Reinstall the Older Outlook

If the guidelines mentioned above can’t help you get back to the old Outlook, try reinstalling it. But, don’t just install the latest version. Download and install Outlook version 16.57 or lower.

Follow my instructions in case you don’t know the procedure.

Here’s the process to uninstall and reinstall older Outlook versions:

• Quit Outlook from your device.
• Launch the Applications folder from the Mac.
• Right-click on Microsoft Outlook and select move to the bin.
• Launch Finder and type ~/Library/ in Go to the folder option.
• Locate this service in the library; ~/Library/Application Support/com.microsoft.Outlook and delete it.
• Open Safari or any web browser.
• Search for filehorse in the browser and download Microsoft Office 2016 15.41.
• Install the application on your Mac.

That’s it. You’ve now successfully reverted to the old Outlook version.

These are the ways to go back to the old Outlook version. I’ve used these guidelines and got the best outcome.

Now, if you have any questions regarding this matter, check out the following section.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why Can’t I Switch to Old Outlook from New?

If the current Outlook users have problems with the layout, they can’t revert to the classic view.

How do I switch back to old Outlook for Mac?

Launch Outlook > Toggle off the New Outlook option from the dashboard > Wait for a while to restart Outlook.

How do I revert to old Outlook from new Outlook?

Click on Outlook from the top left of your Mac > Untick the option New Outlook > Restart Outlook.

How do I revert to the old Outlook 2022?

Go to the View tab > Click on Reading pane > Select Right.

How do I switch Outlook accounts on Mac?

Select Outlook > Preference > Accounts > New Account > Enter your credentials > Continue. You’re all set to switch the account.

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Conclusion

Reverting to the Old Outlook on your Mac won’t be problematic after reading this article. Just follow the instructions as I explained.

Untick the New Outlook for starters, then from the help dashboard, revert to the classic Outlook view. However, if any of these techniques seems complicated to you, feel free to contact me via the comment box.

My team will be happy to assist you.