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How to Submit Feedback About the OneNote for Mac Layout
Question details
The user wants to know how to provide feedback or request a layout change for OneNote on Mac.
- Product
- Microsoft OneNote for Mac
- Device & OS
- Mac
- Scenario
- Requesting a switchable or horizontal Windows-style navigation layout instead of the default vertical setup.
- Observed behavior
- OneNote for Mac uses a vertical navigation bar which can negatively impact page titles, journal visibility, and split-screen usability for some users.
Ensure you have an active Microsoft account and your login credentials ready, as you will need to sign in to the Microsoft Feedback portal to submit your ideas or vote on existing ones.
Submit a Suggestion via the Microsoft Feedback Community
Use the official Microsoft Feedback Community portal to request a switchable or horizontal layout and explain how the current vertical navigation impacts your workflow.
Microsoft actively monitors the Feedback Community to measure user demand for specific features. By providing a detailed explanation of how the vertical navigation bar affects your use of split-screen mode or page title visibility, you increase the chances of the product team addressing the layout issue in a future update.
Open your web browser and navigate to the official Microsoft Feedback Community website for OneNote.
Click the 'Sign In' button at the top right corner and log in using your Microsoft account credentials.
Use the search bar to look for 'Mac layout', 'horizontal navigation', or 'Windows-style layout'. If you find an existing thread, click the 'Vote' button to show your support.
If no existing request matches your specific issue, click 'Send feedback'. Enter a clear title, select 'OneNote' as the forum, and describe how the vertical layout affects page titles and journal visibility in the description box, then click 'Submit'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I currently change the OneNote for Mac layout to look like the Windows version?
No, at this time, OneNote for Mac enforces a vertical navigation layout by default. There is no built-in toggle or setting to switch it to the horizontal tabs found in the older Windows versions.
Does Microsoft actually review the feedback submitted to the community portal?
Yes, the Microsoft product and engineering teams actively review submissions on the Feedback Community. Features with higher vote counts and detailed use-cases are often prioritized for future updates.
How can I check the status of the feedback I submitted?
You can check the status by logging into the Microsoft Feedback Community, clicking on your profile icon, and selecting 'My Feedback'. Microsoft will update the tag on your post (e.g., 'We're looking into this' or 'Added') as it progresses.
