How to Effortlessly Remove Your Recent Searches from Outlook- A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Delete Recent Searches on Outlook

Are you tired of seeing your recent searches on Outlook cluttering your search history? Whether it’s due to privacy concerns or simply wanting a clean search history, deleting recent searches on Outlook is a straightforward process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to remove recent searches from your Outlook account on both desktop and mobile devices.

Deleting Recent Searches on Outlook Desktop

To delete recent searches on Outlook desktop, follow these steps:

1. Open Outlook on your computer.
2. Click on the “Search” box located at the top-right corner of the Outlook window.
3. A dropdown menu will appear. Click on “Search Tools” from the menu.
4. In the “Search Tools” sidebar, click on “Search Filters” in the “Search” group.
5. A list of search filters will appear. Scroll down and click on “Recent.”
6. Uncheck the boxes next to the recent searches you want to delete.
7. Click “OK” to confirm your selection.
8. The selected recent searches will be removed from your Outlook search history.

Deleting Recent Searches on Outlook Mobile

If you’re using Outlook on a mobile device, here’s how to delete recent searches:

1. Open the Outlook app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Tap the “Search” icon located at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
3. A search bar will appear at the top of the screen. Below the search bar, you’ll see a list of recent searches.
4. Swipe left on the recent searches you want to delete.
5. A confirmation message will appear. Tap “Delete” to remove the selected recent searches from your Outlook search history.

Preventing Future Recent Searches

If you want to prevent future recent searches from appearing in Outlook, you can adjust the settings:

On Outlook Desktop:
1. Go to “File” > “Options.”
2. In the “Outlook Options” window, click on “Search.”
3. Under “Search history,” uncheck the box next to “Remember my search history.”
4. Click “OK” to save the changes.

On Outlook Mobile:
1. Open the Outlook app and go to “Settings.”
2. Scroll down and tap on “Search.”
3. Toggle off the “Remember search history” option.
4. Exit the settings.

By following these steps, you can easily delete recent searches on Outlook and prevent future searches from cluttering your search history. Enjoy a cleaner and more private Outlook experience!