Subscribe To Google Calendar In Outlook

Google Calendar is one of the most popular online calendar services that can be accessed from any device with an internet connection. However, if you use Microsoft Outlook as your primary calendar app, you might want to subscribe to your Google Calendar to keep everything in sync. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to subscribe to Google Calendar in Outlook.

Step 1: Get your Google Calendar’s URL

To subscribe to your Google Calendar in Outlook, you need to get its URL. Here’s how:

1. Open Google Calendar on your computer.
2. Click on the three dots next to the calendar you want to subscribe to.
3. Select “Settings and sharing” from the drop-down menu.
4. Scroll down to the “Integrate calendar” section.
5. Copy the “Public address in iCal format” URL.

Step 2: Add the Calendar in Outlook

Now that you have the URL of your Google Calendar, you can add it to Outlook by following these steps:

1. Open Outlook on your computer.
2. Go to the “File” menu and select “Account Settings”.
3. Click on “Internet Calendars” tab.
4. Click “New”.
5. Paste the URL of your Google Calendar in the field and click “Add”.
6. Enter a name for the calendar and click “OK”.
7. Click “Close” to finish the process.

Step 3: Sync the Calendar

Once you have added the Google Calendar in Outlook, you need to sync it to make sure that any changes you make in one app are reflected in the other. Here’s how to sync the calendar:

1. Open Outlook on your computer.
2. Click on the “Send/Receive” tab.
3. Click on “Send/Receive Groups” and select “Define Send/Receive Groups”.
4. Select the group that includes the Google Calendar you just added.
5. Make sure that “Include the selected account in this group” is checked.
6. Click on “OK” to save the changes.

FAQs

Q: Can I subscribe to multiple Google Calendars in Outlook?

A: Yes, you can subscribe to multiple Google Calendars in Outlook by following the same steps for each calendar.

Q: Will changes I make in Outlook be reflected in my Google Calendar?

A: No, changes you make in Outlook will not be reflected in your Google Calendar. You can only make changes to the Google Calendar from the Google Calendar app or website.

Q: What happens if I delete an event in Outlook?

A: If you delete an event in Outlook, it will not be deleted from your Google Calendar. You will have to manually delete it from the Google Calendar app or website.

Subscribing to your Google Calendar in Outlook is a great way to keep your schedule organized and up-to-date. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily sync your calendars and stay on top of your appointments and events.