Want to set up a meeting in Outlook but not sure where to begin? Outlook makes it simple to organize your schedule, but the different options can feel a little overwhelming at first.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to schedule meetings in Outlook using a web browser, iPhone, or Android. You’ll also see how to add video calls and create recurring meetings, so you can save time and avoid starting from scratch each time.
The exact steps to set up a meeting depend a little on the device you’re using. Don’t worry though, we’ll go through each one together so you can follow along easily and get your meeting on the calendar without any confusion.
If you’re mostly working on a laptop or desktop, Outlook on the web is the quickest way to schedule meetings. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open Outlook in your browser and select Calendar from the sidebar.
2. Click New Event at the top left.
3. Add a title for your meeting so it’s clear what it’s about.
4. Enter the email addresses of the people you want to invite.
5. Pick the date and time for the meeting and add a location if the meeting is happening in person, or leave it blank for online.
6. Toggle the Teams meeting switch on or off, depending on whether you want to include a video call.
7. If you want to set up a recurring meeting, select Make recurring and choose how often you want the meeting to repeat.
8. When you’re done, hit Send to invite everyone.
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💡 Before you send the invite, make sure the time works for everyone. Sharing your Outlook calendar allows others to see your availability and book the slot that suits them best. |
If you’re on the go, the Outlook mobile app makes it quick to set up a meeting right from your phone. Here’s how:
1. Open the Outlook app and tap the calendar icon at the bottom.
2. Tap the plus (+) button in the bottom right to create a new event.
3. Add a title for your meeting.
4. Tap People and enter the email addresses of everyone you want to invite.
5. Choose the date and time that works best.
6. Toggle on Teams meeting if you want Outlook to generate a video call link.
7. Add extra details like the location or meeting agenda in the notes field.
8. Tap the check mark in the top corner to send the invitation.
If you want to set up a recurring meeting, simply click on Repeat and select the frequency at which you want the meeting to occur.
Scheduling a meeting in Outlook on Android works pretty much the same as on iPhone.
Just like on the iPhone devices, to set up recurring meetings, simply click on Repeat and select the frequency at which you want the meeting to occur.
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📅 Plans change? Check out our guide on how to reschedule a meeting politely over email for tips you can use with Outlook invites. |
You don’t need to send video links separately; Outlook can generate a Teams link right inside the meeting invite. Here’s how to set it up:
1. Open your calendar and click New Event.
2. Add the meeting title, invite attendees, and set the date and time.
3. Switch on the Teams meeting toggle in the event window.
4. Outlook will generate a Teams link and include it in the invite.5. Hit Send to share the meeting details with everyone.
6. The Teams link will appear after the meeting is sent.
Note: The Teams link only appears after the meeting invite is sent. If the event is saved as a draft on your calendar, the link won’t show up until you’ve shared it with at least one attendee.
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With YCBM, you can connect Outlook, Google, Apple, Fastmail, and other calendars. The tool checks each one before showing availability, so people can only book time when you’re actually free.
Your availability is always up to date, even if you’ve got a dentist appointment on your personal calendar or a project deadline blocked in another account.
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Nobody likes realizing they have agreed to two meetings at the same time. YouCanBookMe prevents this by automatically checking your connected calendars and updating your availability. The times shown on your booking page are always accurate, so you stay in control of your schedule.
No more copying and pasting links into invites. Once your Outlook account is connected, YCBM can generate a Teams link automatically for every confirmed booking.
Not a huge fan of Teams? You can also choose to set up virtual meetings via Google Meet or Zoom.
The meeting link is then included in the event, the confirmation email, and reminders, so everyone knows exactly where to join.
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Scheduling a meeting in Outlook should be quick and stress-free. Add YouCanBookMe, and you get a scheduling assistant that never takes a day off. It automatically handles bookings, prevents clashes, adds video links, and keeps everyone on the same page.
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