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Set up an out of office message with Google Workspace

How to Create an Out of Office Message from Your Workspace Calendar If you're going to be out of the office for an extended period of time, you can set up an out of office message in your Workspace calendar. This will automatically send a message to anyone who tries to contact you, letting them know that you're not available. To create an out of office message in your Workspace calendar, follow these steps:

  1. Open your Workspace calendar.
  2. Click the Settings gear icon in the top right corner. Select Settings.
  3. Under the General tab, click Out of office. Select the On checkbox.
  4. Enter the start and end dates for your out of office period. Enter a message that you want to send to people who try to contact you
  5. Click Save.

Your out of office message will now be set up. When someone tries to contact you during the specified period, they will receive the message that you entered. Here are some tips for writing an effective out of office message: Be clear and concise. State when you will be out of the office and when you expect to be back.

Be polite. Thank people for their contact and let them know that you will get back to them as soon as possible.

Provide alternative contact information. If possible, provide an email address or phone number where people can reach you in an emergency.

Personalize your message. If you're going to be out of the office for a specific reason, such as vacation or a business trip, mention that in your message. Here is an example of an effective out of office message: Hi there, I'm out of the office from [start date] to [end date]. I will be checking my email periodically, but I may not be able to respond right away. If you need immediate assistance, please contact [alternative contact information]. Thank you for your understanding. Best, [Your name] Thank you for reading our blog, please do share and share your thought in the comment section 😀😀

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