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Outlook - Create an issue in an Outlook newsletter Tutorial

Ready to enhance your Outlook newsletters? Discover how to create a publishable edition easily! From choosing the right template to collaborating with contributors, this video guides you through designing content that captures readers' attention. Don't miss out on tips for distribution and engagement - watch now and elevate your newsletter game!

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in addition is the individual issue you write and publish within the series

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using the same identity so each release stays consistent.

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From your newsletter page

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open the additions tab to view the list of issues already linked to that series.

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Start a new issue by selecting create an edition,

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which opens the layout selection step

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on the select a template screen,

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choose the structure you want,

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such as a blank page or a prebuilt layout

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so you can save time on formatting.

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After selecting the template,

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a saved window appears and asks you to set up the edition

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before opening it in the editor.

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Enter a clear title so the issue is easy to recognize in the additions list

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and in tracking elements,

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then

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open the drop down for the saved content type

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and select edition

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to make sure you are creating a publishable issue.

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Confirm that the correct newsletter is selected,

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then select save to open the editor.

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Once the edition opens,

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you work in a writing space designed for a visual article

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with a header,

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a title,

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and a main content area.

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Review the title,

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then adjust the header if needed,

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especially the cover image

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to stay aligned with the newsletter's branding.

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Next,

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write your content in the main section,

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since that is what readers will see in the email.

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To structure the edition,

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use the layout tools in the editor,

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including adding components and adding sections,

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so the information is organized into clear

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readable blocks.

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This approach helps you alternate short sections,

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highlight key points,

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and create a smooth reading experience on both desktop and mobile.

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If you are working with others,

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you can also add a contributor

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so you can collaborate on writing

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while keeping a single consistent output of publication.

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When your content is ready,

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move to the sending step to prepare distribution.

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You then land on a publishing page that

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brings together the key settings before sending.

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Verify the selected sender,

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then set the recipients either by targeting a specific audience

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or by keeping the subscriber base distribution

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if your newsletter uses a subscriber list.

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Adjust the CC and BCC fields if needed,

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then confirm the publishing scope,

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such as your organization

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to match the expected privacy level.

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Before you finalize,

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review the reading experience options,

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including whether to display other editions at the bottom of the message

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and whether to allow comments and reactions

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because these settings directly affect how

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readers can interact with your content.

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When everything is correct,

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select send to publish and distribute the edition

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after publication,

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the new issue appears in the editions list as a thumbnail with its tracking details.

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You can then open it to review the reader view,

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share it if necessary,

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or begin the next issue by creating a new edition.

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