How to Add & Use Google Calendar on Windows 11

You can add Google Calendar to your Windows 11 taskbar

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Time management and keeping to tasks have been a challenge for most individuals. Thus, a calendar app helps you manage and schedule tasks, appointments, and events.

So, this article will look at how to add and use Google Calendar on Windows 11.

Is there a Google Calendar app for Windows 11?

Calendar does not have a standalone app for Windows on Microsoft Store. Although, there is no indication of why Google has yet to launch itsGoogle Calendar desktop app.

However, Google Calendar is available on the web and can be accessed through a web browser on Windows 11 or add the web app shortcut.

Alternatively, you can find outhow to get Apple Calendar on Windows PCfor iOS users.

How do you add Google Calendar on Windows 11?

1. Add Google Calendar to the taskbar

You need to know that if you don’t check the Open as window box in step 4, every time you click on the shortcut, this will launch the app in Chrome.

This way, the calendar will appear in a separate window. Also, the app will connect to the internet to access Google Calendar.

In our example, we used Google Chrome because it’s the most simple method but you may use other browsers, log into your Google account and create a shortcut to your Google Calendar.

2. Synchronize Google Calendar with Windows Calendar

With the unavailability of the Google Calendar on Windows, syncing your Google Calendar with the Microsoft Calendar will be the best solution as it saves time, is user-friendly, and saves space by having one calendar app.

How do I use the Google Calendar on Windows 11?

1. Create an Event on your Google Calendar on Windows 11

Selecting Google Calendar and saving the details set on the calendar events allows it to take effect on the Google Calendar. Also, you can find outhow to restore Google Calendar missing on Windows.

2. Manage Google Account Sync Settings

Google sync allows users to make changes to their calendar or contacts on one device that will be reflected on all other devices where the account is logged on. It makes it easier to keep track of events and calendar activities across multiple devices.

In addition, our readers can check our guide onthe best calendar apps for Windowsfor a better experience. Also, you may be interested in our article aboutGoogle Calendar not loading on Firefoxand how to fix it.

In conclusion, following the steps outlined above, you should find it easy to use the Google Calendar on Windows 11. If you have more questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.

How to Add & Use Google Calendar on Windows 11#

Is there a Google Calendar app for Windows 11?#

How do you add Google Calendar on Windows 11?#

1. Add Google Calendar to the taskbar#

2. Synchronize Google Calendar with Windows Calendar#

How do I use the Google Calendar on Windows 11?#

1. Create an Event on your Google Calendar on Windows 11#

2. Manage Google Account Sync Settings#