How To Connect My Google Calendar To Slack

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Hi there! Today, I would like to talk about my own personal experience and guide you on how to link your Google Calendar with Slack. Being someone who heavily relies on these productivity tools, I found this integration to be extremely beneficial in making my schedule more efficient and keeping me organized.

Before we dive into the nitty-gritty details, let’s take a moment to understand why you might want to connect your Google Calendar to Slack. By doing so, you can receive event reminders, daily summaries, and even RSVP to meetings directly from within Slack, eliminating the need to switch between multiple applications.

To begin, you’ll need to have administrative access to your Slack workspace, as well as a Google account with a configured Google Calendar.

Step 1: Install the Google Calendar App

The first thing you’ll want to do is install the Google Calendar app in your Slack workspace. Here’s how:

  1. Sign in to your Slack account and navigate to the Apps section.
  2. Search for “Google Calendar” in the search bar, and select the app from the results.
  3. Click on the “Install” button to add the Google Calendar app to your workspace.
  4. Grant the necessary permissions when prompted to do so.

Step 2: Connect Google Calendar to Slack

Now that we have the Google Calendar app installed, let’s proceed with connecting it to your Google Calendar:

  1. In the Slack sidebar, click on the “Apps” section and locate the Google Calendar app.
  2. Click on the app to open it, and then select “Connect to Google Calendar.”
  3. You’ll be redirected to a Google sign-in page. Enter your Google account credentials and authorize the app to access your calendar.
  4. Once you’ve granted access, you’ll be taken back to Slack, and you should see a confirmation message indicating that the connection was successful.

Step 3: Configure Google Calendar Notifications

Now that the integration is set up, it’s time to customize your Google Calendar notifications in Slack. Here’s how:

  1. In Slack, click on your workspace name in the top-left corner of the screen and select “Preferences” from the dropdown menu.
  2. From the sidebar on the left, choose “Notifications.”
  3. Scroll down until you find the “Event reminders” section.
  4. Click on the dropdown menu to select how far in advance you’d like to be notified before an event.
  5. You can also choose whether you want to receive a summary of your daily schedule each morning.

With these settings configured, you’ll start receiving Google Calendar notifications directly in your Slack channels, keeping you informed and on top of your schedule without the need to constantly check your calendar app.

Conclusion

Connecting your Google Calendar to Slack is a game-changer when it comes to productivity and efficiency. By having all your calendar notifications and event summaries in one place, you can stay focused and organized throughout your day.

Give it a try and see how it enhances your workflow. Trust me, once you experience the benefits, you won’t want to go back!