How to Insert Special Characters in Outlook
Inserting special characters in Outlook can enhance the visual appeal of your emails and documents. Whether you want to add mathematical symbols, currency signs, or any other unique characters, Outlook provides several methods to do so. In this article, we will guide you through the process of inserting special characters in Outlook using different methods.
Method 1: Insert Special Characters Using the Character Picker
1. Open a new email or document in Outlook.
2. Click on the “Insert” tab in the ribbon at the top of the window.
3. In the “Symbols” group, click on the “Symbol” button.
4. The “Symbol” dialog box will appear. Here, you can see a list of available special characters.
5. Scroll through the list or use the search box to find the character you want to insert.
6. Once you find the character, double-click on it to insert it into your email or document.
Method 2: Insert Special Characters Using the Unicode Keyboard
1. Open a new email or document in Outlook.
2. Press “Alt” on your keyboard.
3. While holding the “Alt” key, type the Unicode value of the special character you want to insert. For example, to insert the copyright symbol (©), you would type “0169” on the numeric keypad.
4. Release the “Alt” key, and the special character will be inserted into your email or document.
Method 3: Insert Special Characters Using AutoCorrect
1. Open a new email or document in Outlook.
2. Click on “File” in the top-left corner of the window.
3. Go to “Options” and then select “Proofing” from the list on the left.
4. In the “AutoCorrect” section, click on “AutoCorrect Options.”
5. In the “AutoCorrect” dialog box, you can create custom shortcuts for special characters. For example, you can type “(c)” and press “Add” to create a shortcut for the copyright symbol.
6. Click “OK” to save your changes.
7. Now, whenever you type the shortcut in your email or document, the corresponding special character will be inserted automatically.
By using these methods, you can easily insert special characters in Outlook, making your emails and documents more visually appealing and informative. Happy typing!
