> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.workflowmachine.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Microsoft Outlook

> Use Outlook in Workflow Machine for email workflows, calendar actions, and Microsoft-based operational automation.

## What Outlook is good for

Outlook is useful when workflows need to interact with Microsoft email and calendar activity.

Typical uses include:

* email triage
* draft creation
* event creation and updates
* contact and follow-up workflows

## Common workflow patterns

Outlook is a strong fit for:

* support or sales inbox automation
* calendar-driven follow-up workflows
* outbound update workflows
* message handling and routing

## Triggers and actions

Outlook workflows often combine email and calendar operations in the same process. Check the step picker for the specific Outlook triggers and actions available in your workspace.

## Connection requirements

Before using Outlook:

* create an Outlook connection
* confirm the correct Microsoft account is connected
* verify the account has access to the inboxes, calendars, or contacts involved

## Troubleshooting tips

If an Outlook step fails, check:

* whether the account is the intended one
* whether the mailbox or calendar permissions are sufficient
* whether the target resource still exists and is accessible