Getting started (My Emails)
How to configure and use the My Emails app by Accelerator 365
The My Emails app gives you a quick, glanceable view of your unread emails directly in your Viva Connections dashboard. Access your Outlook inbox instantly with a customizable call-to-action button and stay on top of your messages.
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Configuring the app for the first time
Note: My Emails is only supported in the Viva Connections Dashboard. Ensure Viva Connections is configured and your dashboard created (learn more here).
To add the My Emails app:
- Edit your Viva Connections Dashboard page.
- Add the My Emails card.
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Once added, the card will automatically display your unread emails from Outlook.
Adjusting the card settings
The My Emails card is highly configurable to suit your workflow:
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Card size: Choose either Medium or Large.
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Card title: Customize the title displayed at the top of the card.
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Button label: Change the text of the button that opens Outlook.
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Default Outlook experience: Decide whether the button opens the Outlook app or Outlook on the web.
Note: the Teams desktop experience does not support opening the Outlook app. In this case, the button will open Outlook on the web automatically.