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How to link Microsoft Teams into outlook

Barton, Kelly 20 Reputation points
2026-01-20T11:27:30.7533333+00:00

New installation and outlook does not automatically connect to microsoft teams when setting new meetings

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  1. Liora D 14,130 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2026-01-20T15:14:53.42+00:00

    Dear @Barton, Kelly,

    Welcome to Microsoft Q&A. 

    Thanks for reaching out, from your description it sounds like you’ve completed a fresh install, but when creating a meeting in Outlook you don’t see the option to make it a Microsoft Teams meeting (either the classic New Teams Meeting button or the Teams toggle in the event window). I’d like to help you get that working.

    To better assist you, could you let me know:

    1. Which Outlook you’re using right now? Classic Outlook for Windows or the New Outlook app,
    2. Whether you’re on Windows or macOS?
    3. Also, are Outlook and Teams signed in with the same work account?

    While we wait for those details, here are some steps you can try:

    If you’re on the New Outlook (Windows/macOS)

    Create a new calendar event and turn on the “Teams meeting” toggle in the event window (the new app doesn’t show the old ribbon button).

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    If the toggle is missing, update the app, sign out/in again, and ensure the same work account is used in both Outlook and Teams. On Windows, you can also switch off New Outlook (top‑right) to use Classic Outlook, which shows the classic button.

    If you use Outlook on the web, go to https://outlook.office.com, create a new event, and check for the Teams meeting toggle.

    Please understand that our initial response does not always resolve the issue immediately. However, with your help and more detailed information, we can work together to find a solution.  

    I hope this information helps point you in the right direction. If you run into any issues while trying the steps, or if something still doesn’t feel quite right, please don’t hesitate to reach out again. I’ll do my best to support you however I can.  

    Looking forward to hearing back from you with any updates or additional details. 

    Warm regards, 

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  1. Q&A Assist
    2026-01-20T11:27:43.18+00:00
    AI generated content. This question contains an answer created with AI from Q&A Assist. Learn more

    To link Microsoft Teams with Outlook for scheduling meetings, ensure that the Teams Meeting add-in is installed and properly configured. Here are the steps to follow:

    1. Install Teams Meeting Add-in: The Teams Meeting add-in is automatically installed for users who have Microsoft Teams and either Office 2013, 2016, 2019, or 2021 installed on their Windows PC. If you do not see the Teams Meeting add-in in Outlook, ensure you have the correct version of Office installed.
    2. Check Add-in Availability: If the add-in is not visible, close both Outlook and Teams, then restart the Teams client, sign in, and restart Outlook. Check the Add/Remove programs for the "Microsoft Teams Meeting Add-in for Microsoft Office" to confirm its installation.
    3. Using the Add-in: Once the add-in is installed, you should see the Teams Meeting button in the Outlook Calendar ribbon. You can then create a Teams meeting directly from Outlook.
    4. Troubleshooting: If you still encounter issues, it might be due to a problematic installation of the Teams Meeting add-in or because your mailbox is hidden from the Global Address List (GAL). In such cases, you may need to consult your IT administrator for further assistance.

    By following these steps, you should be able to link Microsoft Teams with Outlook effectively for scheduling meetings.

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