Microsoft will finally resolve the typing lag issue in Outlook.

Microsoft will finally resolve the typing lag issue in Outlook.

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      If you utilize classic Outlook for managing your emails, you are likely aware of the frustrating bug that results in significant CPU spikes while typing. Completing emails can become challenging when your system resources surge by as much as 50 percent (which also increases power consumption). Fortunately, Microsoft has confirmed that a fix is forthcoming. The drawback? For most users, it won’t be available until late May, though some beta program participants might see it as early as mid or late May. In the meantime, there is an alternative solution.

      Reverting classic Outlook to version 2405 appears to resolve the issue, although this option comes with a considerable downside. Updates released after version 2405 have addressed multiple security vulnerabilities, so if you decide to pursue this solution, be mindful that it may expose your system to risks.

      Microsoft had previously warned about the bug earlier this month but provided an update yesterday stating that a fix is in progress. While the company advises against rolling back to an earlier version, it has shared the following steps for those who wish to do so:

      1. Find the build for Version 2405 corresponding to your channel from the Update history for Microsoft 365 Apps (listed by date) - Office release notes.

      2. Open a Command Prompt (Run as Administrator).

      3. Enter the command below, replacing the build from Step 1, and then press Enter: “%programfiles%Common FilesMicrosoft SharedClickToRunofficec2rclient.exe” /update user updatetoversion=16.0.17628.20144.

      It's advisable to only proceed with this if the issue is severely disrupting your work; if it occurs infrequently, you might want to tolerate the lag spikes until the official fix is released. Microsoft has not yet disclosed the precise cause of the problem. If you’re uncertain about whether you are affected, simply open Task Manager and monitor your CPU resource usage while working in Outlook.

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Microsoft will finally resolve the typing lag issue in Outlook.

Regrettably, users may have to contend with the bug until next month.