Open Outlook: Launch the Outlook app from the Start Menu.
Access Settings: Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner to open the Settings menu.
Go to Accounts: In the Settings panel, select the Accounts
tab.
Enable Automatic Replies: Click on Automatic Replies
.
Set Time Range: Check the box for Send replies only during a time period
and enter the start and end times.
Compose Message: Enter your out-of-office message under Send automatic replies inside your organization
.
Send Replies Outside Organization: If desired, add a separate message for external contacts.
Save Settings: Click Save
to apply your settings.
Open Outlook: Launch the classic version of Outlook.
Go to File: Click on the File
tab in the top-left corner.
Select Automatic Replies: Click on Automatic Replies (Out of Office)
.
Enable Automatic Replies: Check the box to turn on automatic replies.
Set Time Range: If needed, set the start and end dates and times.
Compose Message: Write your out-of-office message in the text box.
Send Replies Outside Organization: Optionally, add a message for external contacts.
Finish Setup: Click OK
to save your settings.