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Microsoft Outlook: New event duplication capability

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Summary AI-generated

Microsoft Outlook adds a Duplicate event option, allowing users to quickly create new events based on existing ones without re-entering details.

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Original post from Microsoft

[What and why]

We are adding the ability to duplicate an event in Microsoft Outlook. From the event details, users can select Duplicate event to quickly create a new event based on an existing event without re-entering the same details.

[Rollout schedule]

  • General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High): Rollout began in late September 2026 and is expected to complete by late October 2026.

[Impact on your organization]

Who is affected

  • Users who create events in Microsoft Outlook

Platforms and services

  • Microsoft Outlook

What will happen

  • A new Duplicate event option will appear in Microsoft Outlook event details.
  • Users can quickly create a new event based on an existing event without re-entering the same details.

[Action required and recommendations]

No action is required.

[Compliance considerations]

No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.

Additional details from Microsoft

RoadmapIds
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Summary
Microsoft Outlook is adding a "Duplicate event" feature allowing users to quickly create new events from existing ones without re-entering details. The rollout began in late September 2026 and will complete by late October 2026. No action or compliance concerns are required.
Platforms
Android, iOS