The default calendar reminder for Microsoft Outlook, 365, etc. is 15 minutes. You can change this default to be shorter or longer depending on your preference using either the Web or Desktop App.
Outlook Web App
- Login to https://login.microsoftonline.com.
- Go to the Outlook Web App.
- Click on the Settings icon at the top right.
- Click on View All Outlook Settings at the bottom right.
- Then choose Calendar > Events and Invitations.
- Change the Default reminder to your preference and click Save. Note: The optional check box "Shorten duration for all events" will change all of the current reminders in your calendar to the default you choose if it is checked before you click Save.
The default reminder is now set for your calendar and will also be changed on the Outlook Desktop App within 24 hours.
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Outlook Desktop App
- Go to File > Options > Calendar.
- There are many settings you can change here including setting a more specific time for the default reminder like 3 minutes (you just type the 3).
- Click OK when you are done.
The default reminder is now set for your calendar and will also be changed on the Outlook Web App within a few minutes.
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