Outlook Not Updating Inbox: How to Fix It
Sometimes, due to application errors or Windows updates that don’t install properly, Microsoft Outlook may stop updating the inbox. Often, the issue temporarily resolves only after restarting the client.
A reliable solution is to repair the Office package installed on your computer. This quick operation can restore Outlook and other Office apps back to working condition.
Quick Repair of Microsoft Office on Windows 10
1. Open Programs and Features
From the Start menu, open the Control Panel and click on Programs and Features.
2. Select Microsoft Office
In the list of installed programs, locate Microsoft Office, select it, and click on Change.
3. Start the repair process
In the window that appears, choose the Quick Repair option and click Repair.
This usually solves issues related to Outlook not syncing properly.
If the issue persists
If Quick Repair doesn't resolve the issue, you can choose the Online Repair option. This performs a full reinstallation of Office and requires an active internet connection.
