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How do I fix my calendar view to show month AND selected day appointments on the right?

Blaylock, Brooke-Tailor M 45 Reputation points
2025-11-20T13:23:15.0633333+00:00

My calendar view has changed and I can't figure out how to get my preferred view back. I was previously able to view the month in the center of the screen and then on the right side a column that showed all appointments for a selected day in the month. Now when I have it in month view and select a day, there is no column on the right to show me the appointments for that day. I use this view daily to plan out my month. How do I get it back?

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  1. Julie-Hu 5,110 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-11-23T11:24:00.74+00:00

    Dear Blaylock, Brooke-Tailor M, 

    Thanks for confirming that you use Outlook on the web.

    The steps I shared earlier were for the classic Outlook desktop app, which has different options while Outlook on the web has a slightly different layout and options. That's why the version information wasn't shown as how I suggested.

    I understand that the previous layout with the month view and a persistent day appointment pane on the right was convenient for planning, and losing that feature can feel uncomfortable.

    Many users have shared similar feedback after the update.

    Here is a workaround that you could use:

    Use the My Day icon (calendar with a checkmark) in the upper-right corner to open a side pane with two tabs:

    To Do: For managing tasks

    Calendar: For viewing your daily schedule

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    Microsoft actively reviews feedback from within the app, so your voice can help shape improvements in upcoming releases.

    Thank you for your patience and for raising this important topic!

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  1. Julie-Hu 5,110 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-11-20T15:22:05.7233333+00:00

    Dear Blaylock, Brooke-Tailor M, 

    Good day! Welcome to Microsoft Q&A forum! 

    Based on your description, I understand that your Classic Outlook calendar no longer shows the month in the center with a right‑side pane listing appointments for the selected day, and you’re looking for guidance on how to restore that view.

    I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by this issue.

    To understand the situation better and provide you with the most suitable support, could you confirm the following information: 

    • Which Outlook version/build number are you using? (You could check under File > Office Account > About Outlook)
    • Did this issue occur after a recent update or any changes to your settings?
    • Does the issue persist in Safe Mode? (kindly try to start Outlook with outlook.exe /safe for it to be in Safe Mode)
    • Does the issue occur after switching between views (e.g., Week, Day, Month)?

    Your confirmation would be very helpful in ensuring you receive the most suitable support!

    In the meantime, kindly try the following suggestions to check what might have caused the issue:

    • Check the To-Do Bar
      • When you are in Calendar tab and Month view > Go to View tab > Click on To-Do Bar
      • Select Calendar
      • This should display the right-side pane with appointments for the selected day
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    • Select a Day
      • Click any day in the Month view
      • If the To-Do Bar is enabled, you should see the appointments for that day on the right.

    I hope this would help with your situation.

    Kindly let me know when there are updates or if you need further assistance. Any updates you’re able to share would be really helpful. I appreciate your time and look forward to hearing how things are going! 

    Thank you for your time and patience.

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  2. Hornblower409 2,755 Reputation points
    2025-11-24T19:07:58.21+00:00

    You can vote for and leave your comments on these New Outlook Feature Request.

    My Day panel should be more customizable (My personal favorite) https://feedbackportal.microsoft.com/feedback/idea/85e41bd9-7dbe-f011-aa43-7c1e526e4a18

    Please restore right-hand agenda panel on calendar https://feedbackportal.microsoft.com/feedback/idea/2fb47d9a-f650-f011-95f2-7c1e52a55eeb

    Right-hand Agenda Panel https://feedbackportal.microsoft.com/feedback/idea/53305f33-a760-f011-95f2-7c1e52a55eeb

    Please return the expand agenda view on the right hand when Calendar is open to month view https://feedbackportal.microsoft.com/feedback/idea/0e520497-7fba-f011-aa44-7c1e5298a4a1

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