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    {
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        "content": "Using%20outlook%20classic%20in%20microsoft%20365%2C%20my%20hotkeys%20for%20moving%2C%20or%20copying%20a%20message%20are%20no%20longer%20working%20and%20opening%20a%20new%20compose%20message%20insteaed.%20Not%20sure%20whats%20causing%20this%20sudden%20issue%20as%20the%20normal%20hotkeys%20control%20shift%20v%2C%20y%2C%20and%20c%20were%20working%20just%20fine%20a%20couple%20of%20days%20ago.%20How%20can%20I%20trouble%20shoot%20this%20or%20fix%20if%20possible."
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        "content": "Here\u2019s a breakdown of what could be happening with your Outlook Classic hotkeys (Ctrl + Shift + V for Move, Ctrl + Shift + Y for Copy, etc.), why they might suddenly stop working, and how to fix or work around the issue.\n\n---\n\n## What Should Be Happening\n\nAccording to Microsoft\u2019s documentation, those are what the relevant shortcuts do in classic Outlook:\n\n- **Ctrl + C** or **Ctrl + Insert**: Copy an item. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/keyboard-shortcuts-for-outlook-3cdeb221-7ae5-4c1d-8c1d-9e63216c1efd?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Ctrl + Shift + V**: Move an item to a folder. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/keyboard-shortcuts-for-outlook-3cdeb221-7ae5-4c1d-8c1d-9e63216c1efd?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Ctrl + Shift + Y**: Copy an item to a folder. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/keyboard-shortcuts-for-outlook-3cdeb221-7ae5-4c1d-8c1d-9e63216c1efd?utm_source=openai))  \n\nIf pressing them is creating a new compose window (or another unexpected behavior), something is intercepting or overriding those key sequences.\n\n---\n\n## Possible Causes\n\n### 1. Outlook Version / \u201cNew Outlook\u201d Transition\n\n- If your Outlook has recently switched from Classic Outlook to *New Outlook*, shortcuts like **Ctrl + Shift + V** may work differently\u2014or not at all when a message window is \u201cpopped out.\u201d ([answers.microsoft.com](https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/outlook_com/forum/all/new-outlook-where-is-shortcut-to-move-message-to-a/c50413bf-359f-4186-9d9f-ed435de457df?utm_source=openai))  \n- Sometimes Microsoft changes behaviors (especially shortcut assignments) in updates. For instance, Outlook classic temporarily lost support for Ctrl + Shift + V for Paste Special text only. ([office-watch.com](https://office-watch.com/2025/ctrl-shift-v-paste-shortcut-returns-to-outlook/?utm_source=openai))\n\n### 2. Changes from Word Editor Updates\n\n- Outlook Classic uses Word as the email editor. When Word updates its shortcuts (e.g., changing how Paste Special works), that can affect Outlook classic. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/office/the-paste-special-shortcut-ctrl-alt-v-stopped-working-in-classic-outlook-ed55a56b-f409-4d5f-b98f-0d3287e81156?utm_source=openai))\n\n### 3. Add-ins or Third-Party Tools\n\n- A COM add-in may be hijacking or interfering with key sequences. Add-ins that affect keyboard hook behavior (security tools, clipboard tools, etc.) are common suspects. ([learn.microsoft.com](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/368e8178-357d-46b7-8138-eef58502d72c/keyboard-shortcuts-for-copypaste-ctrl-c-ctrl-v-not?forum=outlook_com-all&utm_source=openai))  \n- Some global hotkey utilities (AutoHotKey, etc.) could overlap or conflict.\n\n### 4. Keyboard Layout or Input Method Editor (IME)\n\n- If you\u2019re using a non-standard keyboard layout or input method, some keys may map differently or get intercepted before Outlook sees them.  \n- Indeed, Microsoft documented issues where Ctrl +C or similar would hang when certain IMEs are involved. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/classic-outlook-hangs-when-using-the-copy-shortcut-3c43226f-e236-4206-a6bd-1424781ced56?utm_source=openai))\n\n### 5. Feature/Policy Changes or Bugs\n\n- Microsoft has published bugs and regressed behavior around paste special shortcuts, hotkey functionality, etc. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/office/the-paste-special-shortcut-ctrl-alt-v-stopped-working-in-classic-outlook-ed55a56b-f409-4d5f-b98f-0d3287e81156?utm_source=openai))  \n- Organization-level policies might disable certain shortcuts. Or registry keys might define disabled shortcut keys. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/Office365/comments/1lppbw9?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## How to Troubleshoot & Fix\n\nHere are step-by-step ways to isolate & resolve the issue:\n\n| Step | What to Check / Try |\n|------|------------------------|\n| 1 | **Confirm you're using Classic vs. New Outlook.** If you\u2019ve been switched to New Outlook recently, that may be the root cause. See Outlook\u2019s title bar or toggle. |\n| 2 | **Update Outlook / Office.** If Microsoft has released fixes for your version/build, updating may restore the missing or broken behavior. |\n| 3 | **Launch in Safe Mode.** Run `outlook.exe /safe` to start with add-ins disabled. If the hotkeys work then, it suggests an add-in conflict. ([howtogeek.com](https://www.howtogeek.com/411900/how-to-disable-outlook-add-ins-for-troubleshooting/?utm_source=openai)) |\n| 4 | **Disable or remove suspicious add-ins.** Especially ones that deal with keyboard input, formatting, or custom email folder tools. |\n| 5 | **Test alternate shortcuts.** For example, use **Ctrl+Shift+Y** and see if that also misbehaves; try **Ctrl+Insert** or **Shift+Insert** for copy/paste. ([learn.microsoft.com](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/e8bb3208-97a4-4b8e-b8f9-f9cd6b5810ee/ctrlc-and-ctrlv-no-longer-work-in-old-or-new?forum=outlook_com-all&utm_source=openai)) |\n| 6 | **Check keyboard layout / IME settings.** If you switched input languages or installed IMEs, try switching back or removing them. |\n| 7 | **Check registry or policy settings**. Look especially for anything that disables keyboard shortcuts. This is harder if you\u2019re under enterprise administration. |\n| 8 | **Give feedback / report bug.** If everything fails, it may be a regression from a Microsoft update. Using Microsoft\u2019s feedback channels can surface the issue. |\n\n---\n\n## What You Can Try *Right Now*\n\nHere\u2019s a quick list of diagnostic and temporary workaround options:\n\n- Open Outlook classic \u2192 press `Ctrl + Shift + V` inside the reading pane (versus in a separate popped-out window) to see if behavior differs.  \n- Use a different keyboard to rule out hardware issues.  \n- Use an external tool (like AutoHotKey) to remap a working key-combo to **move to folder**, if the built-in shortcut is broken.  \n- Use the ribbon command: Home \u2192 Move \u2192 select folder via mouse, if keyboard is broken for that. While less efficient, it confirms the command still works.\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can help you step through exactly which version you're on and map out which update might have broken the behavior\u2014just tell me your Outlook version (File \u2192 Office Account \u2192 About) and whether you're in *classic* or *new* Outlook. Do you want me to pull up those specific instructions for you?"
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