Outlook Classic no longer displays images, but Microsoft has stated that the problem will be resolved.

Outlook Classic 2604 Build 19929.20164 Update Causes Issues with Displaying Embedded Images

Microsoft has confirmed a bug in the latest update of the Outlook Classic mail client (version 2604, build 19929.20164). The problem manifests itself by occasionally failing to load images embedded within emails.

What Happens
- When opening an email, instead of inline pictures a block may appear with the message:

*“The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Make sure the link points to the correct file and location.”*

- In some cases nothing is shown at all.

How It Affects Users
Users who frequently use images in their email signatures are especially annoyed:

- When forwarding or replying to an email, images can disappear permanently because they are not included in the message copy.

What Microsoft Offers
1. A test check – the company has provided a way to verify whether a specific error is caused by the program.

2. Until a fix is released, Outlook recommends avoiding inserting images with text wrapping above and below (wrapped images).

Who Is Affected
- The bug only affects the Outlook Classic variant; other client versions are currently unaffected.

- Microsoft stated that the issue is temporary: after installing a future patch, images in original emails will display correctly.