{"id":3840,"date":"2017-05-25T12:48:30","date_gmt":"2017-05-25T12:48:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sysinfotools.com\/blog\/?p=3840"},"modified":"2026-08-18T09:50:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T09:50:08","slug":"fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Outlook Not Responding? Try 7 Proven Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"block_sum\"><strong>Summary:-<\/strong> In today&#8217;s digital age, email is a primary way that businesses communicate, and Microsoft&#8217;s Outlook is a popular email program. People like it because it&#8217;s easy to use and has lots of features. But lately, some folks are having trouble with Outlook freezing up and not working. If you&#8217;re looking for help to fix Outlook Not Responding error, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. This article will explain why this problem happens and give you step-by-step instructions to get it working again. Also, if your Outlook files get damaged, a tool called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/recovery\/pst-recovery.php\"><strong>PST File Recovery<\/strong><\/a> might help you get back as much of your data as possible.<<p class=\"blog-btn\"><a class=\"sum-d-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/demo-version\/SysInfoTools-PST-recovery.exe\"><i class=\"icon-windows\"><\/i>  Download<\/a>   <a class=\"sum-b-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/buynow\/pst-recovery.php\"><i class=\"icon icon-basket\"><\/i>  Buy Now<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Causes_of_the_%E2%80%9COutlook_2007_not_responding%E2%80%9D_issue\" >Causes of the &#8220;Outlook 2007 not responding&#8221; issue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Methods_to_Fix_MS_Outlook_Not_Responding_Error\" >Methods to Fix MS Outlook Not Responding Error<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Update_MS_Outlook_and_Anti-Virus\" >Update MS Outlook and Anti-Virus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Check_System_Configuration\" >Check System Configuration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Launch_Outlook_In_Safe_Mode\" >Launch Outlook In Safe Mode<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Repairing_Office_Programs\" >Repairing Office Programs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Splitting_And_Compacting_PST_Files\" >Splitting And Compacting PST Files<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Repairing_PST_Files\" >Repairing PST Files<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Professional_Method_to_Repair_Outlook_PST_Files\" >Professional Method to Repair Outlook PST Files<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-not-responding-error-resolved\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_the_%E2%80%9COutlook_2007_not_responding%E2%80%9D_issue\"><\/span>Causes of the &#8220;Outlook 2007 not responding&#8221; issue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The problem of &#8220;Outlook is not responding&#8221; is something many of us have experienced, and there are various explanations for why your Outlook 2007 might not be working properly. Some of these reasons include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Using an outdated antivirus program.<\/li>\n<li>Your Outlook PST or OST files are being damaged.<\/li>\n<li>Adding third-party plugins to your MS Outlook.<\/li>\n<li>Not having the latest service pack installed.<\/li>\n<li>Mishandling Outlook folders.<\/li>\n<li>Outlook PST files becoming too large.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All of these causes can be fixed if you understand what actions to take and what to avoid in your Outlook 2007. These issues aren&#8217;t very difficult to resolve. So, let&#8217;s now look at how to fix the problem of Outlook 2007 not responding.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/resolve-fix-outlook-2007-not-responding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fix Outlook 2007 Not Responding<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Methods_to_Fix_MS_Outlook_Not_Responding_Error\"><\/span>Methods to Fix MS Outlook Not Responding Error<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this section, we will discuss all the possible troubleshooting tips and steps to fix Outlook Not Responding Error. This section will address the error issues across various versions of Outlook, including 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, and so on. The methods are as follows:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_MS_Outlook_and_Anti-Virus\"><\/span>Update MS Outlook and Anti-Virus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As someone using a computer, you should have an understanding of the issues you&#8217;re encountering and why they&#8217;re occurring. The most effective approach is to monitor and install the latest service packs and updates for your antivirus program. It&#8217;s important to make sure your system always has the most recent service packs and antivirus updates. This helps prevent such problems from happening in the future.<\/p>\n<p>If, despite updating all the mentioned software, you are still facing Outlook Not responding Error, follow the next method.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_System_Configuration\"><\/span>Check System Configuration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Examining your system setup is a crucial step, and it&#8217;s important to verify if your current Outlook version is compatible with your system. If not, consider upgrading your RAM or hard disk to enhance compatibility and performance.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Launch_Outlook_In_Safe_Mode\"><\/span>Launch Outlook In Safe Mode<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Starting Microsoft Outlook in safe mode can help you determine if there&#8217;s a problem with any add-ins. In safe mode, Outlook doesn&#8217;t use add-ins or customized files. Let&#8217;s learn how to open Outlook in safe mode:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Begin by holding down the <strong>Ctrl<\/strong> key while clicking on the Outlook icon.<\/li>\n<li>When the Command prompt appears, select <strong>Yes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If prompted, confirm that you want to start Outlook in Safe Mode by clicking <strong>Yes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If this process works smoothly and the Outlook Not Responding Error is fixed, it suggests that there might be an issue with your add-ins or customization files. At times, these customization files and add-ins can slow down or even make Outlook unresponsive. Disabling these add-ins can significantly improve Outlook&#8217;s speed and resolve the &#8220;Outlook 2007 not responding&#8221; error.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repairing_Office_Programs\"><\/span>Repairing Office Programs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Errors originating from Microsoft Office applications can cause Microsoft Outlook to become unresponsive. To fix this, you should repair your Microsoft Office software. Here&#8217;s how to do it:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Firstly, access the <strong>Control Panel<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Scroll down and locate <strong>MS Office<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Right-click on <strong>MS Office<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Select the <strong>Repair <\/strong>option.<\/li>\n<li>Finally, click on <strong>Continue<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>By following these steps, you can repair your Office programs, effectively addressing the problem of Microsoft Outlook 2007 not responding.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Splitting_And_Compacting_PST_Files\"><\/span>Splitting And Compacting PST Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On occasion, when emails contain substantial content and sizable attachments, your PST files can grow excessively large. These oversized PST files are more susceptible to various forms of damage. Furthermore, it&#8217;s important to monitor the size of your PST files regularly. If they become too large, you have two options: either split them into smaller parts or compress them to reduce their size. Furthermore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/split-large-pst-file-of-outlook-manually\/\"><strong>Split Large PST File of Outlook 2019, 2016, 2013<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repairing_PST_Files\"><\/span>Repairing PST Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the most frequent causes of MS Outlook 2007 not responding is the corruption of PST files. PST files in your MS Outlook can become corrupted due to various reasons, leading to unresponsive behavior. To address this issue, repairing the PST files becomes essential.<\/p>\n<p>For a no-cost method of repairing PST files, you can make use of ScanPST.exe. This tool, provided by Microsoft, is designed to mend and recover PST files. Let&#8217;s understand how to go about repairing PST files for free:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open <strong>ScanPST.exe<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Locate and choose the <strong>corrupt PST files<\/strong> stored on your system.<\/li>\n<li>Initiate the scanning process by clicking the <strong>Start <\/strong>button.<\/li>\n<li>Within a short period, your PST files will be repaired without any charge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Additionally, refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/best-pst-repair-tool-for-windows\/\"><strong>5 Best Outlook PST Repair Software for Windows<\/strong><\/a> to use the best application to repair corrupted PST files. Furthermore, if ScanPST.exe fails then proceed to the next method to recover damaged PST files.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Professional_Method_to_Repair_Outlook_PST_Files\"><\/span>Professional Method to Repair Outlook PST Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Sysinfo PST File Recovery Tool <\/strong>is a completely reliable and safe tool for recovering corrupted PST Files. Additionally, it can be useful to fix MS Outlook 2017 Not Responding Error. It is capable of recovering Emails, Calendars, Contacts, Tasks, etc., from damaged Outlook PST files. It also premits to fix <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-cannot-start-microsoft-outlook-2016\/\"><strong>Cannot Start Microsoft Outlook<\/strong><\/a> issue. Also, Sysinfo provides a free demo version to check the performance of the tool. The steps for implementing the software are:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Firstly, launch the <strong>PST File Recovery Tool <\/strong>with administrative privileges.<\/li>\n<li>Locate and add the corrupted PST files, and additionally, choose the recovery mode.<\/li>\n<li>Now, select the files\/folders from the <strong>Tree-structure<\/strong> format and preview them in the enhanced preview display.<\/li>\n<li>Hit <strong>Save<\/strong>, select the destination path, and opt for the optional filters.<\/li>\n<li>Finally, wait for the process to get over, and within a few seconds, PST files will be repaired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sysinfotools.com\/blog\/fix-outlook-cleanup-not-working-issue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fix Outlook Cleanup Not Working Issue<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is time to conclude this informative blog. In this blog, we discussed the various reasons that can cause MS Outlook 2017 Not Responding Error. We also gave troubleshooting tips and methods to resolve Outlook Not Responding. Furthermore, Users can use the <strong>Sysinfo PST File Recovery Tool <\/strong>to repair and recover Damaged PST Files.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"faq_heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1693383944372\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q.\u00a0<\/strong>How can I Fix Outlook Not Responding Error?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Sysinfo PST File Recovery Tool can be implemented by following these steps. Launch PST File Recovery Tool> Browse and Add the corrupted Files> Choose the Recovery Mode> Select the mailbox from the tree structure> Hit Save and define the destination path. This might resolve your error.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1693383959210\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q.\u00a0<\/strong>Window Defender blocking the software from the installation. What should I do?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0To let the software work smoothly, you need to turn off the Windows Defender by following steps:<br\/>1- First, Go to settings.<br\/>2- Under Update &amp; Security, click on Windows Defender.<br\/>3- Click on Update &amp; Security.<br\/>4- Turn off Real-Time protection.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-bottom\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;3840&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;60&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;4.6&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;4.6\\\/5 - (60 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Is Outlook Not Responding? 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