About this tag
The inbox automation tag on WindowsForum.com covers ways to streamline email management within Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft 365. Recent discussions highlight new Outlook rule actions for Windows and the web, such as Clear Categories, Clear Flag, Complete Flag, and Flag Message. These features allow users and administrators to automate inbox triage by managing message state, not just moving messages to folders. The tag focuses on practical automation techniques for reducing manual email cleanup, with updates tied to the Microsoft 365 Roadmap. Content is relevant for IT professionals and everyday users seeking to optimize their Outlook workflows through built-in rules and actions.
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    Outlook for Windows Adds Flag and Category Rule Actions

    Microsoft has launched four new Outlook rule actions for new Outlook for Windows and Outlook on the web: Clear Categories, Clear Flag, Complete Flag, and Flag Message. The additions give users and Microsoft 365 administrators a more complete way to automate inbox triage without relying on manual...