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Import events to Google Calendar

In the Calendar app you can see events from calendars like iCal and Outlook by importing your events.

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Settings and features vary by device and Android version. The steps might be different on your phone.

  1. Step 1 of 11

    The Calendar app automatically syncs any events and dates associated with your Google Account.

    To see events from another calendar like iCal or Outlook, open that calendar app on a computer.

    Look for an option to Export.

    If you have the option to choose from different file formats, choose CSV or ICS. If you're using an Apple device, choose vCard.

    Tip: For more help, look in your calendar app's help center or search for "export calendar." Your file will be saved on your computer where your downloads are usually saved, or the place you chose while saving.

  2. Step 2 of 11

    After you export your events, you can import them into Google Calendar. You can import ICS and CSV files.

    On a computer, open Google Calendar.

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    At the top right, click Settings .

  4. Step 4 of 11

    Click Settings.

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    From the left menu, click Import & Export.

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    Click Select file from your computer and select the file you exported.

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    Choose which calendar to add the imported events to. By default, events will be imported into your primary calendar.

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    Click Import.

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    Now, on your Android device, swipe up from the bottom of your screen.

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    Tap the Calendar app .

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    You'll now notice your events from your other calendar in Google Calendar.

    If you don't find your imported calendar events, in the top right, tap More and then Refresh.

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