For New Outlook, I can't drag and drop attachment.

Kaitlyn Dougherty 10 Reputation points
2025-10-06T17:08:18.17+00:00

Having to save every file to my desktop and then drag into destination from file folder significantly slows down my workday.

Outlook | Windows | New Outlook for Windows | For business

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-10-06T18:08:40.9866667+00:00

    Hi @Kaitlyn Dougherty,

    Thank you for posting your question in the Microsoft Q&A forum.  

    Dragging and dropping attachments is currently not supported in New Outlook for Windows. This is a known limitation in the resigned Outlook client.

    As a workaround, you can switch back to Classic Outlook by turn off the toggle button in the top right corner of the window.

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    Or using Outlook web https://outlook.office.com. Drag and drop to desktop or file folders does work in most browsers.

    While I understand this may not be the answer you were hoping for, I want to assure you that your feedback is truly valued. As community moderators, our role is to guide users to the right resources and support channels, though we don’t have direct influence over product design decisions or access to internal development timelines. 

    That’s why your input is so important. The most effective way to make your voice heard is through Microsoft’s official feedback channel. The product team actively reviews customer suggestions to identify areas for improvement and prioritize future updates. 

    Go to: Microsoft 365 Feedback Hub → Send Feedback→ Describe your proposal in detail.

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    Sharing your experience through this channel is the most impactful way to advocate for a change that would benefit you and other users.   

    Thank you again for your patience and for bringing this to our attention. While I can't change the product's design, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any other questions about its current functionality. 


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  2. Delia Mamann 0 Reputation points
    2026-01-19T14:57:30.1333333+00:00

    Has this issue been resolved yet?

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  3. Anonymous
    2025-10-09T21:25:58.7733333+00:00

    Hi @Kaitlyn Dougherty,

    I hope you are having a great day.

    I'm reaching out again to follow up on your issue and check if everything has been resolved. My goal is to ensure your experience remains smooth and hassle-free. If you're still encountering any problems or have run into new challenges, please let me know which steps you're currently stuck on and happy to provide further help whenever you need it. 

    If you have any further questions, feel free to tag me in your reply so I can assist you directly.

    Looking forward to your update.

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