Hi,
We can create a shortcut to a Windows folder in Outlook within the Shortcuts module, but it's not possible to create it within the Outlook mail folder structure.
To create a shortcut within the Shortcut module, drag the folder from Windows Explorer and drop it to the Shortcuts group. See:

Hope this helps.
Regards,
Steve Fan
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