Microsoft designed Outlook software so that users can create customized versions of Outlook forms. This includes adding needed fields or controls, such as a drop-down menu.The ability to deliver customized forms to collect information is one of the most underutilized options of the software.
Step 1
Pick a default form that will be the basis for the customized form that you create. Go to the Folder List and create a new folder for your form. Select a location for the folder. Click "OK."
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Step 2
Click "Forms" in the tool menu. Pick a default form from the Standard Form Library. The default form opens in design mode, where you can make changes to the form. Add or remove labels, controls and fields.
Step 3
Point to the Toolbar on the View menu. Click "Forms." Click the location where you want to place the field in the document. Click the drop-down form field.
Step 4
Protect your form from changes. Click "Protect Form" on the Forms toolbar. If you want to make additional changes, click "Protect Form" again to unlock the form for modifications.
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