OL2002: How to Set Up a Rule to Print a Messages Automatically When It Arrives (290716)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Outlook 2002
This article was previously published under Q290716

SUMMARY

This article describes how you can set up a rule to send your messages to a printer automatically when they arrive in your Inbox.

MORE INFORMATION

Use the following steps to create a client-side rule to automatically print a message directly to the printer:
  1. Start Outlook.
  2. On the Tools menu, click Rules Wizard.
  3. Click New Rule.
  4. Click to select the Start from a Blank Rule check box.
  5. Click to select the Check when messages they arrive check box, and then click Next.
  6. Click to select the From People or Distribution List check box, select the people or group from the address book, and then click Next.
  7. Click to select Print it from the list, and then click Next.
  8. Add any exceptions, and then click Next.
  9. Type a name for the rule, click Run the Rule Now, and then click Finish.
While Outlook is running, each new message that arrives in your Inbox is automatically printed using your default printer.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:2/27/2002
Keywords:kbhowto KB290716
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