What Is an Out of Office Reply?
An Out of Office reply is a short email that Outlook sends for you when you are away. It tells people you will answer later.
You can turn it on for a holiday, a sick day, or a work trip. It is easy to set up.
Tip: You can set a start date and an end date. Then you do not need to turn it off by hand.
How to Set It Up (Step by Step)
- Open Outlook and click File.
- Click Automatic Replies.
- Click Send automatic replies.
- Type your message in the box.
- Pick the dates you are away.
- Click OK.
What to Write in Your Reply
Keep it short. Say you are away, when you will be back, and who to call for urgent work. A few lines are enough.
Now your team and customers will always know when to expect your reply.