How to Sync Google Calendar with Outlook

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Visit the Google Calendar website.

   You can add your Google Calendar to Outlook in read-only mode by subscribing to the calendar.
   
   You'll be able to see all of your Google Calendar events, but won't be able to add or edit.
   
   If you want to sync your calendars in both directions, you'll need to use third-party software.
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   Step 2: Click the Gear button.

   You'll see this in the upper-right corner beneath your profile picture.,,, If you have multiple calendars, you'll need to add each one individually. , You'll see this towards the bottom of the page., Make sure to click the ICAL button in the Private Address section. , Your browser may say "Copy address" or something similar instead. ,, You'll find this in the lower-left corner of the Outlook window., You'll find this in the Manage Calendars section of the Home tab.,, You can also press Ctrl/⌘ Command+V ,,, Your Google Calendar will appear next to your Outlook calendar.
   
   You'll be able to view all of your Google Calendar event details.
   
   You will not be able to add or edit events on the Google calendar from Outlook.
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   Step 3: Click Settings.

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   Step 4: Click the Calendars tab.

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   Step 5: Click the calendar that you want to add to Outlook.

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   Step 6: Find the Private Address entry.

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   Step 7: Click the ICAL button.

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   Step 8: Right-click the link that appears and select Copy.

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   Step 9: Open Outlook.

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    Step 10: Click the Calendar button.

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    Step 11: Click the Open Calendar button.

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    Step 12: Click From Internet.

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    Step 13: Right-click the field that appears and select Paste.

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    Step 14: Click OK.

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    Step 15: Click Yes.

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    Step 16: View your Google Calendar events.

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