Outlook (Classic): Zoom Meeting Add-In

Instructions

Outlook Classic on Windows:

Installation

1. Open Outlook.
2. Go to the Home tab.
3. Click on “Get Add-ins” 
4. In the Add-ins window, search for “Zoom for Outlook”.
5. Click Add to install it.
6. Restart Outlook if needed.

Use after Installation

1. Open your Outlook Calendar.
2. Create a new event.
3. You’ll see a “Add a Zoom Meeting” button in the toolbar.
4. Click it, sign in to Zoom, and it will insert the meeting link automatically.

Outlook Classic on MacOS:

* FYI - Though the directions below may work, the Zoom add-in is technically no longer supported in Outlook Classic due to Apple and Microsoft security restrictions. You’ll need to switch to New Outlook to reliably use the Zoom add-in.

Installation

1. Open Outlook on your Mac.
2. Switch to the New Outlook (if not already):
   • Look for a toggle in the top-right corner labeled “New Outlook” and turn it on.
3. Click the three dots (•••) in the top toolbar.
4. Select “Get Add-ins”.
5. In the Add-ins window, search for “Zoom for Outlook”.
6. Click Add to install it.
7. Once installed, open your Calendar, create a new event, and you should see a “Zoom” button to add a meeting.

Use after Installation

1. Open your Outlook Calendar.
2. Create a new event.
3. You’ll see a “Add a Zoom Meeting” button in the toolbar.
4. Click it, sign in to Zoom, and it will insert the meeting link automatically.