How to print bcc recipients in a sent email in Outlook?
By default, when you print a sent email in Outlook, the Bcc field is hidden, even if you can view it in the message. This can be frustrating if you need a complete record of all recipients, especially when archiving or printing important emails. Fortunately, there are two ways to solve this:
Method 1: Manually make the Bcc field visible before printing (8 Steps)
Method 2: Instantly print emails with Bcc using Kutools for Outlook (3 Steps) 👍
Method 1: Manually make the Bcc field visible before printing
If you don’t have Kutools, you can manually reveal the Bcc field before printing by modifying the message form. Here's how:
1. Open the Sent Items folder and double-click the email you want to print.
2. Go to Developer > Design This Form.
3. In the Field Chooser dialog that appears, click the Frequently-used fields dropdown and select Address Fields.
4. Drag the Bcc field into the message header (beneath the Cc field).
5. Right-click the Bcc field and choose Properties.
6. In the Properties dialog, go to the Validation tab and check Include this field for Printing and Save As. Click OK.
7. Click the Save button to save the form.
8. Click File > Print to print the email, and the Bcc field will be included.
Notes:
- This method must be repeated for each email individually.
- It does not work for IMAP accounts.
Limitations of Method 1:
- ❌ Time-consuming: Not practical for printing multiple emails.
- ❌ Developer tab required: Must enable and use advanced Outlook tools.
- ❌ Limited compatibility: Not supported for IMAP account types.
- ❌ Risk of unintended changes: Editing the message layout may alter the original email.
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Frustrated with printing unnecessary details like headers and usernames? With the incredible Advanced Print feature from Kutools for Outlook, you can focus on what matters—printing only the email body while keeping the background image intact. Just select your email, click Kutools Plus > Print > Advanced Print, and enjoy hassle-free, professional results. No extra setup, no unnecessary information—just the content you need.
Method 2: Instantly print emails with Bcc using Kutools for Outlook 👍
If you're using Kutools for Outlook, printing Bcc recipients becomes quick and effortless with the built-in Advanced Print feature.
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1. Open the Sent Items folder, select the email you want to print, and click Kutools Plus > Advanced Print.
2. In the Advanced Print dialog box, check the Include Bcc option under Print Content and click Print.
3. Specify a printer and click the Print button in the Print dialog box.
📌 Result: Your email will be printed instantly with all Bcc recipients visible—no manual editing required.
Advantages of the Kutools for Outlook Method:
- ✅ Instant Bcc printing: Display Bcc recipients with just one click.
- ✅ No email modification needed: Keep your original message untouched.
- ✅ Fully compatible: No risk of accidentally printing unwanted details.
- ✅ Time-saving: Ideal for frequent printing tasks and batch operations.
- ✅ User-friendly interface: Easy access, no need to edit forms or enable Developer mode.
Which Method Should You Use?
Here’s a comparison of the two methods to help you decide which one best suits your needs:
| Method | Best For | Ease of Use | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual (Design This Form) | Users without add-ins who need one-time edits | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
| Kutools Advanced Print | Frequent users who need a fast and reliable solution | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
If you regularly need to print sent emails with Bcc fields, Kutools for Outlook is the smarter, faster, and safer choice. For one-off needs without any tools, the manual method works, but at the cost of time and complexity.
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