Efficiently Navigating Outlook- A Guide to Locating and Managing Your Spam Folder_1
How to Check Spam Folder on Outlook
Outlook is a widely used email client that helps users manage their emails efficiently. However, sometimes spam emails can sneak into your inbox, causing inconvenience and potential security risks. To ensure that your inbox remains clutter-free and secure, it is essential to regularly check your spam folder. In this article, we will guide you on how to check the spam folder on Outlook.
1. Open Outlook
The first step is to open your Outlook application. If you are using Outlook on your computer, launch the program. If you are accessing Outlook through a web browser, go to the Outlook website and log in to your account.
2. Navigate to the Spam Folder
Once you have opened Outlook, you will see various folders on the left-hand side of the screen. Look for the “Junk Email” folder, which is typically located in the folder list. Click on it to open the spam folder.
3. Review the Spam Emails
After opening the spam folder, you will see a list of emails that Outlook has identified as spam. Take your time to review these emails. If you find any legitimate emails that have been mistakenly marked as spam, you can take the following steps:
a. Select the email by clicking on it.
b. Click on the “Not Junk” button located at the top of the Outlook window. This will move the email to your inbox.
c. You can also right-click on the email and select “Add to Safe Senders” to ensure that similar emails from the same sender are not marked as spam in the future.
4. Delete Unwanted Spam Emails
For emails that are clearly spam and pose no threat or interest, you can delete them. To delete an email, select it and click on the “Delete” button. You can also use the keyboard shortcut “Delete” (or “Backspace” on some keyboards) to delete the email.
5. Empty the Spam Folder
After reviewing and managing the emails in your spam folder, it is recommended to empty the folder to prevent it from getting too full. To do this, click on the “Empty Folder” button located at the top of the Outlook window. A confirmation prompt will appear, asking if you want to delete all items in the folder. Click “Yes” to proceed.
6. Adjust Spam Filtering Settings
If you find that Outlook is frequently marking legitimate emails as spam, you may need to adjust the spam filtering settings. To do this, follow these steps:
a. Click on “File” in the top-left corner of the Outlook window.
b. Select “Options” from the dropdown menu.
c. In the Outlook Options window, click on “Mail” from the left-hand menu.
d. Under the “Junk Email” section, click on “Junk Email Options.” This will open the Junk Email Settings window.
e. In the Junk Email Settings window, you can adjust various settings, such as the level of junk email filtering and the types of email that are considered spam. Make the necessary changes and click “OK” to save the settings.
By following these steps, you can effectively check and manage your spam folder on Outlook, ensuring a clutter-free and secure email experience.
