Outlook: How to Recall a Sent Message

Have you ever clicked send on a message and then remembered that you forgot to attach that important file, or realized you put the wrong time down for a meeting? Outlook allows you the option of recalling a sent message. Here's how:

1. Go to the Sent Items folder.

2. Find the message you want recalled and double-click it.

3. Go to the Actions menu and select Recall This Message.

4. To recall the message: Select Delete unread copies of this message.

(Note: the recipient needs to have Outlook opened for the message to be deleted)
To replace the message: Select Delete unread copies and replace with a new message, click OK, and type your new message.
To be notified about the success of the recall or replacement: Check the Tell me if recall succeeds or fails for each recipient check box.

5. Click OK.

6. wish me good luck.