JAWS - Test Microsoft Outlook in safe mode
Problem
A JAWS or ZoomText user is having problems using Outlook and you wish to test if running in safe mode helps.
Applies to
- JAWS/ZoomText/Fusion

Detail
Although JAWS is specifically referenced this techinique can be used for ZoomText/Fusion as well.
Resolution
Running Microsoft Outlook in safe mode is a useful troubleshooting technique that can help determine if certain add-ins or features may be disrupting access to the application.
- If Outlook is Open please close it.
- Then press WINDOWSkey+R to open the Run command.
- Then enter the following text on the line immediately below into the prompt and press ENTER:
outlook /safe
- After Outlook opens test for the problem condition to see if it is still present.
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