Super Simple Outlook 2013 for Beginners (micro course)

Are you new to Microsoft Outlook 2013? Do some course and guides leave you feeling a bit lost and overwhelmed right from the start? Super Simple Microsoft Outlook 2013 is a step-by-step guide, focusing only on the e-mail aspect of Outlook, it provides you with the tools necessary to quickly and easily get up and running. This guide gives keen absolute beginners like you the basic knowledge you need without spending hours learning advanced knowledge you don't.

Here's what you'll learn:

• Outlook Terminology
• Launch Outlook on a Windows 8 computer
• Launch Outlook on a Windows 7 computer
• Close Outlook
• Find your e-mails
• Read an e-mail
• Save an attachment
• Print an e-mail
• Save a message
• Reply to an e-mail
• Delete an e-mail
• View deleted e-mails
• Create a new e-mail message
• Send an attachment
• Check your spelling and grammar
• How to change your default language
• Format your e-mail
• Save a draft e-mail
• Create a signature block
• Add a signature block to an e-mail

Using videos, lesson notes, a Quick Reference Guide and quizzes you will learn the e-mail basics of Outlook 2013 in about an hour.

*****Course Review: Microsoft Outlook for Beginners***** **Overall Rating:** 4.40/5 **Pros:** - **Comprehensive for Beginners:** The course provides a solid foundation for those new to using Microsoft Outlook, encapsulating all the essentials needed to start working with the application comfortably. - **Efficient and Straightforward:** The course is very short and straight to the point, offering a basic overview and clear descriptions of the application's features, with simple exercises to reinforce learning. - **Clear Explanations:** The explanations provided are clear, making it easier for learners to understand how to navigate and use Outlook effectively. - **Step-by-Step Guidance:** The course offers step-by-step instructions, which have been appreciated by users as they help in learning a lot about emails and shortcuts within Outlook. - **Quick Reference Guide:** A downloadable Quick Reference Guide is available to review what one has learned, which users recommend keeping handy for future reference. **Cons:** - **Limited Advanced Content:** Some users expressed a desire for more in-depth content, particularly on topics like setting up and combining inboxes from other email servers and other advanced Outlook capabilities. - **Use of Technical Terminology:** A few reviews pointed out that the course occasionally uses technical words where plain English would be more accessible. For instance, the term "email" could be compared to normal mail for better clarity. - **Tedious for Intermediate Users:** Users who are not absolute beginners with Microsoft Office might find the content somewhat tedious as it covers very basic stuff. - **Request for Additional Features Coverage:** Some users suggest that additional information on features such as scheduling an email or a meeting would be beneficial, although overall feedback on the course is positive. **User Suggestions:** - **Quiz #6 Reference:** Users are encouraged to review Quiz #6 for further understanding and learning reinforcement. Additionally, one user suggests checking out F7 for more information. - **More Detailed Content:** Users would appreciate more detailed content on scheduling and other advanced features within Outlook. - **Improved Accessibility:** To make the course more accessible to all users, it is recommended to use plain English instead of some technical jargon. **Conclusion:** The Microsoft Outlook for Beginners course has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with users highlighting its effectiveness in teaching the basics of Outlook to newcomers. It is particularly praised for its clarity and step-by-step guidance. However, there is a call for additional content that delves into more advanced features of Outlook, as well as a request to use simpler language where possible to enhance understanding. Overall, this course serves as a strong foundation for anyone looking to learn the basics of Microsoft Outlook.