Microsoft 365 Groups - Create a Group in Outlook (Classic)

This article explains how to create a Microsoft 365 Group using Outlook Desktop (Classic). Creating a group this way automatically provisions a SharePoint site, Outlook calendar, shared mailbox, and OneNote notebook.

Create a Group

1. Open Outlook Desktop (Classic).
2. Create a new group by using either of the following methods:
   • Select New Group from the Ribbon.
     
     
      
   • Select Groups in the navigation pane, then select New Group.
     
     
3. Enter:
   • Group Name
   • Description
   • Privacy (Public or Private)
     
     
      
4. Select Create.
5. Search for and add group members.
6. Select Add Members.
   
   

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Access Group Resources

After the group is created, you can access:

• SharePoint Site
• Files
• OneNote Notebook

If desired, you can also upgrade the group to include Microsoft Teams by selecting Add real-time chat from the SharePoint site.

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Summary

Creating a Microsoft 365 Group in Outlook Desktop (Classic) automatically provisions collaboration resources, including a shared mailbox, calendar, SharePoint site, and OneNote notebook.

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