How to forward email without adding fw before subject in Outlook?
When forwarding emails in Outlook, the application automatically adds "FW:" to the subject line, which can sometimes be unnecessary or unwanted. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through two methods, including a manual approach, and Outlook’s Quick Steps.
Manually Delete the "FW:" Prefix
Manually Delete the "FW:" Prefix
The simplest and most straightforward method is to manually delete the "FW:" prefix from the subject line before forwarding the email. This method is ideal if you only need to remove the prefix occasionally.
In the subject line, manually select and press "Delete" key to delete the FW:" text.
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- Simple and requires no additional tools.
- Ideal for occasional use.
- Time-consuming if you need to forward multiple emails.
- Requires manual effort every time.
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Using Outlook's Quick Steps
Outlook’s Quick Steps feature allows you to automate repetitive tasks, including forwarding emails without the "FW:" prefix. While this method doesn’t directly remove the prefix, it can streamline the forwarding process.
1. In the "Mail" view, click the "Create New" option in the "Quick Steps" box on the "Home" tab. See screenshot:
2. In the Edit Quick Step dialog box, please (1) type a name for the new quick step in the "Name" box; (2) select "Forward" from the "Actions" drop-down list; (3) and click the linked text of "Show Options". See screenshot:
3. Now the forwarding options are expanded. Please remove the "FW:" in the "Subject" field, and click the "Finish" button. See screenshot:
4. Select the email you will forward, click the new quick step in the "Quick Steps" box, and now you will see the forwarding email is opening without "FW:" before the subject. See screenshot:
5. Compose the forwarding email and send it.
Features
- Automates part of the forwarding process.
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