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  "description": "The new Outlook for Windows will support sending locally stored Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files as email attachments starting May 2026 (June for GCC). This feature is on by default, requires no admin action, and aligns with classic Outlook functionality, aiding users transitioning to the new Ou...",
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  "publishedAt": "2026-03-06T01:00:20.000Z",
  "site": "https://blog.tophhie.cloud",
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    "**557675**"
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  "textContent": "**[Introduction]**\n\nWe’re adding support for sending locally stored Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files as email attachments directly through the new Outlook for Windows. This update streamlines the sharing experience and aligns with ongoing efforts to bring feature parity between classic Outlook for Windows and the new Outlook.\n\nThis message is associated with **Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID****557675**.\n\n**[When this will happen]**\n\n  * **General Availability (Worldwide):** We will begin rolling out in **early May 2026** and expect to complete by**late May 2026**.\n  * **General Availability (GCC):** We will begin rolling out in **early June 2026** and expect to complete by**late June 2026**.\n\n\n\n**[How this affects your organization]**\n\n_Who is affected_\n\n  * Users working with **locally stored** Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files (not stored in _OneDrive_).\n  * Organizations adopting or transitioning to the **new Outlook for Windows**.\n\n\n\n_What will happen_\n\n  * Users can now share local Office files as email attachments directly through the new Outlook for Windows.\n  * Users will no longer need to rely on the classic Outlook for Windows to send local file attachments.\n  * This feature is **ON by default**.\n  * There is no change to existing admin controls or policies, and all existing Outlook/Exchange policies continue to apply.\n\n\n\n**[What you can do to prepare]**\n\nNo admin action is required.\n\nTo prepare your organization, you may:\n\n  * Inform help desk staff about this update to reduce support inquiries.\n  * Update your internal documentation if it references classic Outlook workflows.\n  * Encourage users to adopt the new Outlook for Windows if your organization is transitioning away from classic Outlook.\n\n\n\n**[Compliance considerations]**\n\nNo compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.",
  "title": "MC1245222: Outlook: Share Word, Excel and PowerPoint local files via the new Outlook for Windows",
  "updatedAt": "2026-03-06T01:00:20.768Z"
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