Integrating your Gmail account into the Outlook app on Windows 11 allows you to manage all your emails from different accounts in one convenient place. Whether you're already using Outlook for your professional or academic emails, adding Gmail can enhance your productivity by centralizing your communication.

Set up Gmail account in new Outlook app

Step 1: Open the Outlook application on your Windows 11 computer. To start, click on the Start Menu, type Outlook in the search bar, and select the Outlook app from the search results to launch it.

Step 2: If you haven't set up an email account in Outlook before, you'll be greeted with a welcome screen. Enter your Gmail address in the space provided and click 'Continue' to proceed.

Step 3: On the following screen, click 'Continue' again. This action will open your default web browser and redirect you to the Gmail sign-in page.

Step 4: In the browser window, you'll be prompted to choose the Google account you wish to add. Click on the Gmail account you entered earlier to continue.

Step 5: You may be asked to grant Outlook access to your Google account. Click 'Allow' to provide the necessary permissions. After granting access, an alert will appear on your screen.

Step 6: In the alert window, click 'Open Outlook' to return to the Outlook app.

Step 7: Back in Outlook, wait a moment as the app sets up your Gmail account. Once the setup is complete, click 'Next' to proceed.

Step 8: You'll be prompted to choose whether you want to send optional diagnostic data to Microsoft. Select your preferred option and click 'Accept' to continue.

Step 9: On the final setup screen, click 'Continue' to finish adding your Gmail account to Outlook.

Step 10: Your Gmail account has now been successfully added to the Outlook app. You can access your Gmail inbox and manage your emails directly from Outlook.

Optional: If you prefer to use the classic version of Outlook, you can switch back by toggling off the 'New Outlook' option located at the top-right corner of the app.

By adding your Gmail account to the Outlook app, you streamline your email management by consolidating multiple accounts into one platform. This setup ensures you stay organized and never miss an important message.