Get Message Trace

Trace email delivery status and events in Exchange Online via Microsoft Outlook Mail API.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-outlook-sandbox --skill get-message-trace
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Skill: Get Message Trace
Source: https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-outlook-sandbox/tree/main/skills/get-message-trace
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-outlook-sandbox --skill get-message-trace

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps diagnose email delivery issues by tracing the path of a message through Exchange Online.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Message Delivery Tracking: View the complete journey of an email from sender to recipient.
  • Status Monitoring: Identify where a message might be stuck or if it was delivered successfully.
  • Use Case: If a critical email wasn't received, use this Skill with the message ID to see if it was delivered, blocked, or is pending.

Quick Start

Use the Get Message Trace skill to trace the message with ID 'AAMkAGVmMDEzMTM4'.

Frequently Asked Questions about Get Message Trace

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I trace an email message delivery status in Exchange Online?▼

To trace email message delivery status in Exchange Online, you query the Microsoft Outlook Mail API using a valid message ID. This tracks the message journey from sender to recipient to identify if it was delivered, blocked, or is pending.

Why does an email get stuck in Outlook delivery flow?▼

An email might get stuck in Outlook delivery flow due to routing issues or filtering within Exchange Online. Tracing the message ID reveals the exact event status where the message paused, helping you pinpoint the failure point in the delivery path.

Can I monitor specific recipient message flow using a message ID?▼

Yes, you can monitor specific recipient message flow by supplying the valid message ID to trace its path. This allows you to view the complete journey of the email and verify whether it successfully reached the intended recipient or was blocked.

What do I need to troubleshoot email delivery failures in Exchange Online?▼

To troubleshoot email delivery failures in Exchange Online, you need the valid message ID of the affected email. This ID is required to query the Microsoft Outlook Mail API and retrieve the complete delivery event history for that specific message.

Does tracing email delivery status require external dependencies?▼

Tracing email delivery status does not require external dependencies, as it operates directly through the Microsoft Outlook Mail API. You only need to provide the valid message ID to query Exchange Online and retrieve the message flow events.