If you're someone who uses both Microsoft Outlook and Google Calendar, then it's likely that at some point, you've wished you could sync the two. Fortunately, it's possible to export your Outlook calendar to Google, allowing you to keep both calendars up-to-date without having to manually enter the same information twice.
Why Export Your Outlook Calendar to Google?
There are a number of reasons why you might want to export your Outlook calendar to Google. Perhaps you prefer the Google Calendar interface, or you want to be able to access your calendar on your phone without having to use the Outlook app. Whatever your reasons, exporting your Outlook calendar to Google is a straightforward process.
Step 1: Export Your Outlook Calendar
The first step in exporting your Outlook calendar is to export it from Outlook in the iCalendar (.ics) format. To do this, follow these steps: 1. Open Outlook. 2. Click on the File menu. 3. Click on Open & Export. 4. Click on Import/Export. 5. Select Export to a file. 6. Click on Next. 7. Select the Calendar folder. 8. Choose a location to save the file. 9. Give the file a name. 10. Select the iCalendar format. 11. Click on Finish.
Step 2: Import Your Outlook Calendar into Google
Once you've exported your Outlook calendar, the next step is to import it into Google. To do this, follow these steps: 1. Open Google Calendar. 2. Click on the Settings (gear) icon. 3. Click on Settings. 4. Click on Import & Export. 5. Click on Select file from your computer. 6. Navigate to the file you exported from Outlook. 7. Click on Import.
Question and Answer
Q: Can I export multiple calendars from Outlook?
Yes, you can export multiple calendars from Outlook. Simply repeat the steps above for each calendar you want to export.
Q: Will events I add to my Outlook calendar sync to Google automatically?
No, events you add to your Outlook calendar after you've exported it to Google will not sync automatically. You'll need to export your Outlook calendar again and import it into Google to update it.
Q: Can I export my Google Calendar to Outlook?
Yes, you can export your Google Calendar to Outlook using the same iCalendar format. To do this, follow the steps for exporting your Google Calendar in Google Calendar, and then import the file into Outlook using the same steps as above.