> How can I define the view for new folders that I create?
> Specifically, I want to turn off the Reading Pane and turn on the
> Auto Preview for new folders.
New mail folders will always use the "Messages" view, so modifying that view
should do what you want. View>Arrange By>Current View>Define Views. Select
Messages, click Modify.

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Brian Tillman [MVP-Outlook]