Tutorial4 min readUpdated 2026-04-04

How to Add a Signature to Outlook

A straightforward walkthrough for adding a Signova signature to Outlook and Outlook on the web.

Best for: Professionals who send email from Microsoft Outlook or Outlook on the web.

Signova tip: The Electronic and Minimal styles are usually the safest choices for Outlook.

Before you paste anything

Outlook signatures often look best when they stay compact and left-aligned.

A decorative signature can still work, but most business users should start with a clean version first.

Desktop Outlook setup

  1. Open a new email message.
  2. Go to Signature, then Signatures.
  3. Create a new signature name.
  4. Paste or insert your Signova signature image into the editor.
  5. Set the default signature for new messages and replies if you want it automatic.
  6. Save your changes.

Outlook on the web setup

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Go to Account, then Signatures.
  3. Create a new signature.
  4. Add your image and any supporting text.
  5. Choose whether it should appear on new mail, replies, or forwards.
  6. Save.

Best practice for professional email

  • Use one signature style for regular communication
  • Keep the image height modest so it does not dominate the message
  • Test on desktop and mobile before using it every day

Helpful official references

Need a signature image first?

Use Signova to generate a fresh version, compare a few styles, and download the one that stays readable at practical size.