Outlook mobile: Users can open and send Outlook File Template (OFT) files
Outlook mobile will support opening and sending OFT files as draft messages, enabling template reuse. This feature rolls out globally from early February to early March 2026, is enabled by default, affects all mobile Outlook users, and requires no action to prepare. Introduction We’re introducing the ability for Outlook mobile users to open and send OFT files (Outlook File Templates). This feature allows users to view and open OFT files as draft messages, enabling easier reuse of existing Outlook email templates. This message is associated with Roadmap ID 548642. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, and DoD): We will begin rollout early February 2026 and expect to complete early March 2026. How this affects your organization: Who is affected: All users who access Outlook on mobile devices. What will happen: Users will be able to open OFT files on mobile. View image in new tab This feature is available by default. OFT files will open as a draft message. View image in new tab Users can reuse Outlook email templates directly from mobile. What you can do to prepare: No action is required. Update your internal training and documentation if your organization references this feature. Compliance considerations: No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization. Message ID: MC1222652
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