OLEXP: Inbox Assistant Rules Do Not Work with IMAP Accounts (169616)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Outlook Express 4.0 for Windows NT 4.0
- Microsoft Outlook Express 4.0 for Windows 95
This article was previously published under Q169616 SYMPTOMS
Inbox Assistant rules do not work if you are using a mail account based
on the Internet Mail Access Protocol (IMAP).
RESOLUTION
If your mail provider supports the use of the Post Office Protocol (POP3),
configure your account using POP3. This allows Inbox Assistant rules to
function normally.
STATUS
This behavior is by design.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 10/9/2003 |
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| Keywords: | KB169616 |
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