Change Default Calendar In Outlook

If you are someone who juggles multiple calendars or wants to keep your work and personal life separate, changing the default calendar in Outlook can be a great solution. By setting a primary calendar, you can ensure that all new appointments, meetings, and events are added to the right calendar automatically. In this article, we’ll show you how to change your default calendar in Outlook.

Step 1: Open Outlook and Navigate to the Calendar

The first step is to open Outlook and navigate to the calendar. You can do this by clicking on the “Calendar” icon in the bottom left corner of the screen. Once you are in the calendar, you should see a list of all your calendars on the left-hand side of the screen.

Step 2: Choose Your Primary Calendar

Next, you’ll need to choose your primary calendar. To do this, right-click on the calendar you want to set as your primary calendar and select “Set as Default Calendar” from the menu that appears. Once you have done this, a small icon will appear next to your chosen calendar to indicate that it is now the default calendar.

Step 3: Verify Your Default Calendar

It’s always a good idea to double-check that your default calendar has been set correctly. To do this, create a new appointment or event and make sure that it is added to the correct calendar. If it isn’t, you may need to repeat the previous steps to set your primary calendar again.

Question and Answer

Q: Can I have multiple default calendars in Outlook?

A: No, you can only have one default calendar in Outlook at a time. However, you can switch your default calendar as often as you like.

Q: Will changing my default calendar affect my existing appointments and events?

A: No, changing your default calendar will not affect any existing appointments or events. However, any new appointments or events that you create will be added to your new default calendar.

Q: Can I change the color of my default calendar?

A: Yes, you can change the color of your default calendar to make it stand out from your other calendars. To do this, right-click on your default calendar and select “Color” from the menu.

Conclusion

Changing your default calendar in Outlook is a simple process that can help you stay organized and on top of your schedule. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can set your primary calendar and ensure that all new appointments, meetings, and events are added to the right calendar automatically. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to Microsoft support.