How do I get rid of the tool bar that suddenly appeared on the far right of my Outlook screen ?

To remove the toolbar that has unexpectedly appeared on the right side of your Outlook screen, you can follow these steps:

1. Close the Toolbar: Look for a close (X) button on the toolbar itself and click it to remove it.
2. Reset the View: Navigate to the View tab in the ribbon and find an option to reset the view, which may eliminate any unwanted toolbars.
3. Customize the Toolbar: Right-click on the toolbar area and select Customize. You can then uncheck any toolbars that you wish to hide.
4. Check for Add-ins: Go to File > Options > Add-ins and disable any add-ins that might be responsible for the additional toolbar.
5. Restart Outlook: If the toolbar remains, try restarting Outlook to see if it resolves the issue.

If these steps do not work, consider checking for updates or repairing your Outlook installation.

Hi Rodney

Thank you for posting your question in Microsoft Q&A.

Based on your description, I understand that an unexpected toolbar has appeared on the far-right side of your Classic Outlook screen. This is usually the "To-Do Bar" or a pane opened by a business add-in and here are some recommended steps you can try:

Turn off the To-Do Bar

• Click on the View tab at the top of your Outlook window.
• In the Layout group, click on the button labeled To-Do Bar.
• In the drop-down menu, select Off (ensure Calendar, People, and Tasks are unchecked).

Close Business Add-ins: If the panel belongs to an external tool, look for a small "X" at the top corner of that specific panel to close it. You may also need to check your Home ribbon to see if an add-in button is currently highlighted; clicking it again will toggle the panel off.

I have sent you a private message already. If neither of the bars mentioned above matches what you are seeing, please reply to that message with a screenshot. This will help me better understand your concern.

I hope these suggestions provide some helpful ideas. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask via comments section.

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