How to make CC emails stand out in Outlook | usagoldmines.com

You probably get plenty of emails that are there to just keep you informed. You’re CC’d on the message, but you’re not actually expected to respond. If you want to make these emails easier to spot, you can set Outlook to highlight them in a different color. Here’s how to do it:

If you’re using the classic version of Outlook, go to View > View Options > Conditional Formatting. Next, click Add and enter a name such as CC Emails. Click on Font, set the color (something bright and distinctive), and close the window by confirming with OK.

In the Messages tab, click on Condition. Tick the box next to In Which I and, in the menu to the right, select the option I am listed with other recipients on the CC line. Close the windows by clicking OK.

The new version of Outlook supports this highlighting feature, too. First, go to View > View Settings and then select Mail on the left-hand side.

In the second column, select Conditional Formatting and click Add Rule in the right-hand pane. Enter CC email as the name for the new rule and, in the Condition menu, select the option I am listed in the CC field. Nest, click on Select Color and pick your favorite hue. Confirm by clicking OK and Save, then close the window.