What’s the Fix for Outlook Classic’s Drag & Drop Bug?
A bug in Outlook Classic made dragging and dropping emails or calendar items impossible for some users. This issue appeared after the January 2025 Windows 11 24H2 update. Let’s break it down.
The problem started with Windows 11 24H2 preview update KB5050094 (January 2025). It affected users who installed subsequent updates, like February’s KB5051987. The drag & drop function stopped working in Outlook Classic.
If you’re using Windows 11 version 24H2 and rely on Outlook Classic, you might have noticed this issue. Emails or calendar items couldn’t be moved into folders using drag & drop.
Microsoft resolved this bug with update KB5052093, released on February 25, 2025. If you’ve installed this update, the problem should be gone.
Can’t Install the Update Yet? Try This Workaround
If you’re unable to install the fix right away, here’s a quick solution:
- Open Outlook and go to the File tab.
- Click Options and navigate to the General tab.
- Under User Interface Options, switch from “Optimize for compatibility” to “Optimize for best appearance.”
This simple tweak should restore drag & drop functionality temporarily.
This fix ensures smoother email management for Outlook Classic users, so you can get back to organizing your inbox without hassle!