Sync Outlook with iCloud
Apple's iCloud can also be synchronized with Microsoft's Outlook. We show you how this works in this practical tip.
Install the iCloud Control Panel
Similar to other cloud services - for example Dropbox or Onedrive - Apple's iCloud also needs a local installation. The iCloud installation file can be found here.
- Download the control panel.
- Run the installation file and follow the installation steps.
Sync Outlook with iCloud
With the iCloud Control Panel you also get new options in the Windows Control Panel. Here you activate the synchronization:
- Open the Windows Control Panel via the start menu or the start screen. It is best to search for "Control Panel" in the Windows search.
- Open the iCloud settings there.
- You can make the desired settings here. The first point activates or deactivates the synchronization of your mails, contacts and the calendar with Outlook.
- The iCloud Control Panel also installs an Outlook add-in, which you can use to control the iCloud via Outlook.
In another practical tip, we will show you how to set up your iCloud before Outlook synchronization.