Outlook: Pin M365 "Groups" App

Summary: This article explains how to pin the Microsoft 365 Groups app in Outlook so it remains easily accessible from the Outlook navigation menu for everyday use.

For Staff and Students

Overview

Pinning the Groups app in Outlook allows you to quickly access your Microsoft 365 Groups, shared mailboxes, shared calendars, files, and collaboration resources without needing to search for them each time.

Once pinned, the Groups app remains visible in the Outlook navigation sidebar, making it easier to access school, department, classroom, and project groups.

Pinning the Groups app keeps your classroom, school, department, and project groups readily available from the Outlook navigation menu.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Open Outlook

Open the Outlook desktop application or go to Outlook Web.
 
2

Sign In

Sign in with your CCS work or school account if prompted.
 
3

Open the More Apps Menu

Locate the More Apps icon in the Outlook navigation bar.
More Apps Icon
4

Locate Groups

Find Groups in the list of available Microsoft 365 apps.
Groups Menu 5 -->
5

Pin the Groups App

Right-click Groups and select Pin to add it to your Outlook navigation menu.
Pin Groups
Tip: Pinning the Groups app makes it easier to access your classroom, department, building, and project groups without searching for them each time you open Outlook.

What Happens After Pinning?

Once pinned, the Groups app remains available from the Outlook navigation menu and provides quick access to:

  • Microsoft 365 Groups you belong to
  • Shared group mailboxes
  • Group calendars
  • Shared files and documents
  • Associated Microsoft Teams resources
Microsoft 365 Groups provide access to shared communication and collaboration tools used throughout schools, departments, committees, and project teams.

Need Help?

If you do not see the Groups app or cannot access your Microsoft 365 Groups:

  • Verify that you are signed in using your CCS account.
  • Restart Outlook and try again.
  • Confirm that you are a member of at least one Microsoft 365 Group.
  • Contact the CCS IT Help Desk for additional assistance.
After the Groups app is pinned, it remains available in Outlook until you manually remove it from your navigation bar.
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