How to Access Outlook Mail from the Outlook 365 Welcome Screen: Three Simple Methods

If you're new to Outlook 365 or just need a quick guide on how to access your email, this post will walk you through three ways to reach your inbox—whether you're using the web version, installing Outlook on your computer, or setting it up on your mobile device.

Method 1: Access Outlook from the Outlook 365 Welcome Screen

Step 1: Navigate to the App Menu

When you first sign in to Outlook 365, you’ll be on the welcome screen. To access your email, locate the grid of squares in the top-left corner of the screen. This is your app launcher.

Step 2: Open More Apps

Click on the grid icon, and a menu will appear with several apps. If you don’t see Outlook right away, scroll down and click on **"More Apps"** to reveal additional options.

Step 3: Select Outlook

From the list of apps, click the Outlook* icon. This will open the Outlook application and take you directly to your email inbox. Now you’re ready to read, compose, and organize your messages.

Method 2: Install Outlook on Your Computer

If you prefer accessing your email directly from your computer, you can install Outlook as part of the Microsoft 365 suite. Here’s how:

Step 1: Open the Installation Menu

From the Outlook 365 home screen, look toward the upper right-hand corner for the Install and more button.

Step 2: Choose Microsoft 365 Apps

On the drop down, choose "Install Microsoft 365 Apps" to access the suite of apps included in your license.

Step 3: Install Office

Under the section labeled Apps and Devices, click "Install Office" This will download an installable file or a `.exe` to your computer.

Step 4: Run the Installer

Once the download is complete, locate the file in your downloads folder and double-click to run it. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Outlook and other Microsoft Office products on your device.

Once installed, you can access Outlook directly from your desktop for an easier way to stay connected to your email.

Method 3: Install Outlook on Your Mobile Device

Prefer to check your email on the go? You can easily install the mobile version of Outlook through the Microsoft 365 mobile app. Here’s how:

Step 1: Open the Installation Menu

As with the previous method, start by clicking the Install and more button in the upper-right corner of the Outlook 365 home screen. 

Step 2: Select Microsoft 365 Mobile App

In the dropdown menu, you’ll see an option to "Install Microsoft 365 Mobile App". Click this option to proceed.

Step 3: Scan the QR Code

A new page will appear with a QR code. Open the camera app on your phone and scan the QR code displayed on your screen. This will direct you to the app store for your device, where you can download the Microsoft 365 mobile app.

Step 4: Install the App

Once redirected, install the app and log in with your Microsoft 365 credentials. You’ll now have access to Outlook and all your Office apps directly on your mobile device.

Now you know three ways to access your Outlook email—via the Outlook 365 web app, installing Outlook on your computer, or setting it up on your mobile device. Whether you’re at home or on the go, you’ll always be connected to your inbox!