Open either one attachment or download multiple attached files in one go.

Open attachments only from contacts you know and trust, as attachments can contain viruses.

pop swing open the email that has a file attached to it.

An email with attachment in Outlook

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snag the attachmentdrop-down arrow.

SelectPreviewto view the attachment in the message window without downloading it.

SelectDownloadto download the file to your machine.

Message attachment options in Outlook

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SelectSave to OneDriveto save the attachment to yourOneDrivecloud storage.

bring up the email that contains multiple attachments.

In the attachments area, selectDownload All.

Download All option for attachments in Outlook

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If prompted, use the surfing app’sSavedialog box to choose a location and save the ZIP file.

The default name assigned to the ZIP file is the subject line of the email.

Replace the default name if you want to give the file a different name.

Most attachments will open in the preview window when selected in Outlook.com.