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[Outlook] (event-based activation) Document limitation in new Outlook on Windows #4953

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6 changes: 5 additions & 1 deletion docs/outlook/autolaunch.md
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title: Configure your Outlook add-in for event-based activation
description: Learn how to configure your Outlook add-in for event-based activation.
ms.date: 07/17/2024
ms.date: 12/19/2024
ms.topic: concept-article
ms.localizationpriority: medium
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In addition to item switching, an event-based add-in also ceases operation when the user sends the message or appointment they're composing.

### Event-based add-ins in new Outlook on Windows

In new Outlook on Windows, you must keep the main window of the client open for the add-in to process the mail item. If the main window is minimized, the add-in will pause or stop working.

### Event-based add-ins in classic Outlook on Windows

When developing an event-based add-in to run in the classic Outlook on Windows client, be mindful of the following:
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