# How to Place the Signature Button on Outlook Toolbar

Microsoft Outlook is one of the most widely used email clients for both professional and personal communication. A common feature that many users rely on is the email signature, which provides a professional closing to your emails by including details such as your name, job title, contact information, or even a company logo. While Outlook makes it easy to create and manage signatures, some users struggle with quick access to them.

That’s where the signature button on the toolbar becomes extremely helpful. Adding this button allows you to insert or switch between signatures with just a single click. If you often send emails from multiple accounts, or you use different signatures depending on the type of message, this shortcut can save you time and improve productivity.

## Why Add the Signature Button to the Toolbar?

Before jumping into the process, let’s understand why it’s useful to add the signature button:

**Quick Access** – Instead of navigating through multiple menus, you can insert your signature directly with one click.

Multiple Signatures – If you use different signatures for work, personal emails, or specific clients, the toolbar button makes switching simple.

**Professional Efficiency** – Having instant access to your signature ensures you maintain a consistent, professional email style.

**Time Saving** – Streamlining your workflow means less clicking around and more focus on composing important messages.

## Adding the Signature Button in Outlook (Step-by-Step)

The process may vary slightly depending on the version of Outlook you’re using (Outlook 2016, Outlook 2019, Microsoft 365, or Outlook on the web). Below are the steps for the desktop app, which is the most common.

**1: Open Outlook and Access Options**

Launch the Outlook desktop app on your computer.

Go to the File tab in the top-left corner.

From the sidebar, click Options to open the Outlook Options window.

**2: Navigate to the Quick Access Toolbar**

In the Outlook Options window, select Quick Access Toolbar from the menu on the left.

You’ll see two columns: the left shows available commands, and the right shows the commands currently on your Quick Access Toolbar.

**3: Locate the Signature Command**

From the dropdown menu labeled Choose commands from, select All Commands.

Scroll down the list until you find Signature.

Click on Signature to highlight it.

**4: Add Signature to Toolbar**

With Signature selected, click the Add >> button in the middle to move it to the right-hand list (the Quick Access Toolbar).

Use the up and down arrows to position the button in your preferred order.

5: Save and Confirm

## Click OK to save your changes.

You will now see the Signature button appear in the toolbar at the top of Outlook, usually above the ribbon.

Adding Signature Button to the Ribbon

If you prefer, you can also add the signature button to the main ribbon for even more visibility.

Go to File > Options > Customize Ribbon.

In the right-hand column, choose the tab where you want the signature button to appear (for example, the Message tab).

**Create a new custom group if needed by clicking New Group.**

From the left-hand command list, select Signature.

Click Add >> to insert it into your chosen group.

Click OK, and the signature button will appear on the ribbon under the tab you selected.

Using the Signature Button

Once added, the Signature button allows you to:

Insert your default signature into any new message.

**Choose from multiple saved signatures.**

Access the Signatures and Stationery settings directly to edit or create new ones.

This makes email writing smoother and ensures your professional branding is always at your fingertips.

**Troubleshooting Issues**

Sometimes, users may face problems when adding or using the signature button. Here are quick fixes:

Button Not Appearing? Double-check that you added it under the correct section (Quick Access Toolbar vs. Ribbon).

Cannot Find Signature in Commands List? Ensure you selected “All Commands” from the dropdown list.

Signature Not Inserting Automatically? Set a default signature under File > Options > Mail > Signatures.

**Outlook Web vs. Desktop**

It’s important to note that the process above applies to the Outlook desktop app. If you’re using Outlook on the Web (Outlook.com), you cannot add a signature button to a toolbar in the same way. Instead, Outlook Web allows you to set up a default signature that automatically appears in new emails or replies. To access this:

**Click the gear icon (Settings).**

Select View all Outlook settings > Mail > Compose and reply.

Create or edit your signature and set rules for when it should appear.

## Final Thoughts

Adding the signature button to your Outlook toolbar is a simple yet powerful customization that can save you time and enhance your email professionalism. Whether you prefer using the Quick Access Toolbar or the Ribbon, having your signatures just a click away ensures smooth communication and consistent branding across all your emails.