Managing Distribution Lists in Outlook

Written by Jessie Barr

24/10/2024

Distribution lists, also known as distribution groups, are an essential for sending email messages to a group of people. However, managing these lists can be a little confusing, especially if you aren’t familiar with Outlook Online. In this article, we’ll talk you through the steps to manage distribution lists in Outlook Online.


1. Sign into Outlook Onlineoutlook.office.com

The first step to managing distribution lists in Outlook Online is to sign into your Outlook account. Go to the Outlook Online website, using the URL above, and enter your email address and password.


2. Navigate to Settings

 

Once you’re signed in, navigate to the settings menu by clicking on the gear icon located in the top right corner of the screen. This will open a dropdown menu. 


3. Search for Distribution Groups

In the dropdown menu, type “distribution groups” in the search bar. This will filter the settings options and show you the ones related to distribution groups.  

4. Select Distribution Groups

Click on “Distribution Groups” in the search results. This will open the settings for distribution groups

5. Select the Distribution List You Wish to Manage

In the distribution group settings, you’ll see a list of all distribution lists that you’re a member of, and also an owner of. Find the list you want to manage and click on it to select it. 


6. Manage the Selected Group

Once you’ve selected the distribution list, you’ll be able to manage it. You can add or remove members, change the name of the list, change the description, and more. To view members within the group, select “membership”. Make the changes you desire.

6. Save and Exit

When you’re finished making changes, click the “Save” button at the bottom of the screen. Your changes will be saved and you’ll be taken back to the distribution group settings page. 



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