In addition to using the Navigation Bar, you can also use the Folder Pane on the left side of the Outlook window to navigate to the different folders in Outlook.
Click any folder in the Folder Pane.
Outlook opens the folder that you selected.
Folder Pane
Favorites
Add frequently used folders here for quick access.
Inbox
Contains all your recent incoming email messages.
Drafts
Stores draft messages that you haven’t yet completed or sent.
Sent Items
Stores copies of messages you have sent.
Deleted Items
Works like the Windows Recycle Bin, where you can find deleted Outlook items.
Outbox
Temporarily stores any messages that you’ve composed and prompted to send, but have not been sent yet. Messages can appear here if you’re experiencing a connectivity issue.
Junk Email
Contains messages that Outlook considers spam. You should check this folder periodically to check for incorrectly flagged messages.
RSS Subscriptions
Allows you to access content that you’ve subscribed to via RSS feed, such as news and blogs.
Search Folders
Provides quick access to color categorized messages, messages flagged for follow-up, messages with large attachments, and unread messages.
In Outlook, an item is the basic element that holds information, such as an email message or calendar event. Items are used to send and view emails and organize information, such as tasks and contacts.
Outlook Items
Email Message
Compose an email.
Appointment
Add an appointment to your calendar.
Meeting
Schedule and invite others to an appointment, or reserve resources such as a conference room.
Contact
Enter information about a person, including their name, company, job title, and email address.
Group
Create a collection of contacts that allows you to quickly send mass emails.
Task
Enter to-do items that can be tracked until completion.