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How to Move Email Messages Quickly in Outlook

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Keeping your messages organized takes some moving them around, from one Outlook folder to another. An easy and fast way to transfer a message is with a handy keyboard shortcut.

Move Email Messages Quickly in Outlook

To file mail fast in Outlook:

  • Press Ctrl-Shift-V.
  • Highlight a folder with the mouse or the up and down keys.
  • Press Return.

You can also create a new folder directly in this dialog by selecting the New... button.

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