How to Sync Outlook Calendar with Other Devices

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Franchesca Tan

Franchesca Tan

Updated: Aug 22, 2024

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Syncing your Outlook Calendar across devices ensures you can access your schedule wherever you go. Whether switching between your phone and computer or using a tablet on the go, a synchronized calendar helps you avoid missed appointments, stay on top of deadlines, and manage your time effectively.

This article will guide you through syncing your Outlook Calendar with iOS and Android devices. Before you begin: Ensure that you have your Outlook credentials handy. During the setup process, it's also a good idea to have a stable internet connection.

How to sync Outlook Calendar with iOS devices

Follow these simple steps to sync your Outlook Calendar with your iPhone or iPad:

Open settings on your iOS device: Start by unlocking your device and tapping the "Settings" app.

Go to 'Mail' and then 'Accounts': Scroll down and select "Mail," then tap on "Accounts."

Add account and select 'Outlook': Tap on "Add Account," and from the list of available options, select "Outlook.com."

Enter your Outlook credentials: Sign in with your Outlook email and password.

Ensure 'Calendars' is toggled on: Make sure the "Calendars" option is enabled so that your calendar events sync with your device.

How to sync Outlook Calendar with Android devices

For Android users, syncing your Outlook Calendar is just as straightforward: Open the 'Settings' app on your Android device: Access the settings menu by tapping the "Settings" icon.

Navigate to 'Accounts' and add account: Scroll to the "Accounts" section and select "Add Account."

Choose 'Exchange and Office 365' and log in: Select "Exchange and Office 365" as the account type, then sign in with your Outlook credentials.

Select what you want to sync, including 'Calendar': Enable the "Calendar" option to sync your events during the setup process.

Troubleshooting common issues

While syncing your calendar is usually straightforward, you might encounter a few issues. If your calendar isn’t updating automatically, check that you've enabled auto-sync in your device settings. 

Additionally, if your calendar events are not showing up, ensure that the Outlook app is up to date and verify that you've selected your calendar in the app’s settings.

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Integrating Microsoft Outlook with Doodle

Doodle is a powerful scheduling tool designed to make setting up meetings and events as simple as possible. Whether organizing group meetings, planning 1:1s, or managing bookings, Doodle helps streamline the process by seamlessly integrating seamlessly with your Outlook Calendar.  This integration allows you to sync your availability automatically, avoiding double bookings and ensuring that your scheduling is always accurate and up-to-date. Using Doodle alongside Outlook can enhance your productivity and simplify your scheduling tasks.

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