As more and more people are working from home, video conferencing services like Zoom have become an essential tool for virtual meetings. Gmail Calendar is also a popular tool for scheduling meetings and events. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to add Zoom to Gmail Calendar 2024.

Step 1: Install the Zoom for Gmail Add-on

The first step is to install the Zoom for Gmail add-on from the G Suite Marketplace. Go to the G Suite Marketplace and search for “Zoom for Gmail”. Click on the “Install” button and follow the instructions to install the add-on.

Step 2: Connect Your Zoom Account

Once the add-on is installed, open your Gmail account and click on the “Compose” button to create a new email. You should see a new icon for Zoom in the email composer. Click on the icon and select “Connect to Zoom”.

Step 3: Schedule a Meeting

After connecting your Zoom account, you can now schedule a meeting from within Gmail Calendar. Open your Gmail Calendar and click on the “Create” button to create a new event. In the event details, click on the “Add conferencing” option and select “Zoom Meeting”.

Step 4: Join a Zoom Meeting

To join a Zoom meeting from Gmail Calendar, click on the event in your calendar and click on the “Join Zoom Meeting” link. This will launch the Zoom app and join you to the meeting.

FAQs

Q: Do I need a paid Zoom account to use the Zoom for Gmail add-on?

A: No, you can use the Zoom for Gmail add-on with a free Zoom account.

Q: Can I schedule recurring Zoom meetings from Gmail Calendar?

A: Yes, you can schedule recurring Zoom meetings from Gmail Calendar by selecting the “Repeat” option when creating the event.

Q: Can I use the Zoom for Gmail add-on on my mobile device?

A: Yes, you can use the Zoom for Gmail add-on on your mobile device by installing the Zoom app and connecting your Zoom account to Gmail.

Q: Can I use the Zoom for Gmail add-on with other email providers?

A: No, the Zoom for Gmail add-on is currently only available for Gmail users.

Q: Is the Zoom for Gmail add-on secure?

A: Yes, the Zoom for Gmail add-on is secure and uses encryption to protect your data.

Conclusion

Adding Zoom to Gmail Calendar can save you time and make it easier to schedule and join virtual meetings. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can easily integrate Zoom with your Gmail account and start scheduling meetings with ease.