How to create an HTML formatted email in Outlook

Follow the steps below to create an HTML-formatted email in Wayne Connect.

 Step 1

Write and format your message in an HTML format. Use a WYSIWYG tool or your own html. Copy the finished message as it will be displayed (do not copy the source code).

Step 2

Access the Wayne Connect web interface at connect.wayne.edu.

Step 3

Log in using the AccessID and password for the account sending the email (Usually this is a pre-authorized Group ID Account).

Step 4

Paste your pre-formatted message into the body.

The HTML email message is now ready to send

Learn how to use the WSU CMS to create a message to send as a bulk email on the Web Communications blog.

Note: If you are sending a bulk email, send a test of the message to yourself before sending to your list. This will help prevent mistakes or the need to send multiple messages. Please contact the C&IT Help Desk for assistance.