Outlook: ⭐ How to Favorite a M365 Group

Summary: This article explains how to favorite a Microsoft 365 Group in Outlook so it appears in your Favorites list for quick and easy access.

For staff

Overview

Favoriting a Microsoft 365 Group allows you to quickly access your school or department’s shared inbox, calendar, and resources without searching each time.

Groups added to your Favorites will appear at the top of your Outlook navigation for quicker access.

Before you start

  • You must be a member of the Microsoft 365 Group
  • The group must be visible in Outlook

Step-by-step instructions

1

Open Outlook

Open Outlook and go to the Mail or Groups section.

 
2

Locate the Group

Find the group you want to favorite (for example, your school or department group).

  • You must already be a member of the group
  • If needed, see the article to join groups
 
3

Open the Group

Click on the group name to open its details page.

 
4

Favorite the Group

Click the star icon (⭐) in the top-right corner to add the group to your Favorites.

Favorite Icon
5

Confirm Favorite Status

  • If the star is filled, the group is already a favorite
  • If the star is empty, click it to add the group
 
6

Access the Group from Favorites

The group will now appear in your Favorites list for quick access.Favorites Example

Why Favorites Matter

  • Quick access to shared inboxes and calendars
  • Improved visibility of important school communication
  • Better organization of your Outlook workspace
Tip: Favorite the groups you use most often (school, department, committees) to stay organized and connected.
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