You can access SharePoint from Outlook in a few different ways, depending on your needs and how your organization has configured SharePoint. Here are some common methods:
1. Using the SharePoint Task Pane
- Open Outlook.
- Navigate to the email you want to work with.
- Click the "SharePoint" button in the Task Pane. This button may be located on the "Home" tab or another tab depending on your Outlook version.
2. Using the SharePoint Add-in
- Open Outlook.
- Click the "Add-ins" button. This button is usually located in the top-right corner of the Outlook window.
- Search for "SharePoint" in the add-in search bar.
- Select the SharePoint add-in and click "Add." This will integrate SharePoint functionality directly into your Outlook interface.
3. Accessing SharePoint Directly Through a Web Browser
- Open a web browser.
- Navigate to your organization's SharePoint site. This will usually be a URL like
https://[yourcompany].sharepoint.com
. - Log in with your company credentials. You can then access your SharePoint files and folders directly.
4. Using the SharePoint Integration in Outlook (for specific versions)
- Open Outlook.
- Navigate to the "File" tab.
- Select "Open & Export" and then "Open Outlook Data Files."
- Locate your SharePoint document library. This will allow you to access files stored on SharePoint directly within Outlook.
Remember that the specific steps and options may vary depending on your Outlook version, your organization's SharePoint configuration, and your access permissions. If you're unsure how to access SharePoint from Outlook, consult your IT administrator or the SharePoint documentation for your organization.