How to Add Your Microsoft 365 Email Account to Outlook on Windows Print

Overview

This guide walks you through adding your Microsoft 365 email account to Outlook on a Windows computer. It assumes Outlook is already installed on your computer.

Step 1 - Open Outlook

1. Click the Start menu or use the desktop shortcut to open Outlook

Step 2 - Add a New Account

1. If this is the first time opening Outlook, it will prompt you to add an email account automatically
2. If Outlook is already in use, click File in the top left corner, then select Add Account

Step 3 - Enter Your Email Address

1. In the Add Account window, type your full Microsoft 365 email address (example: you@yourcompany.com)
2. Click Connect

Step 4 - Sign In to Microsoft 365

1. A Microsoft 365 sign-in window will appear
2. Enter your email address and password
3. Click Sign In
4. Complete any additional security verification such as multi-factor authentication if prompted

Step 5 - Finish Setup

1. Once authentication is successful, Outlook will connect and configure your mailbox automatically
2. Click Done when you see the confirmation screen
3. Your inbox will begin syncing and you are ready to use Outlook

Notes

• If sign-in fails, verify your credentials by logging into https://outlook.office.com first
• Make sure Windows and Outlook are fully up to date for best compatibility
• If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to Twilight I.T. - we are happy to help!