# Microsoft Outlook Integration

The HIVO Outlook Add-in simplifies digital asset management by allowing users to efficiently search for files, import them directly into their emails, or attach them easily. 

👉 Follow the steps below to get started!

### **1. Installation**

1. Open **Microsoft Outlook** and Create a new email or open any email draft.
2. In the toolbar, go to the **Message** tab or **Insert** tab.
3. On the **right side**, click the **Apps (Add-ins) icon**.

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4. Select **Get Add-ins** → you will be redirected to the **Add-Ins for Outlook Store**.
5. In the store, search for **“HIVO”**. Then, click **Add** to install the HIVO Add-in.&#x20;

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* After installation, the HIVO app will be pinned to your toolbar for quick access.

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6. **Login to HIVO:** Click the "Sign in to HIVO" button (allow open new window) and enter your HIVO credentials (username and password).

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* If you have purchased **Single Sign-On (SSO)**, you can log in using the passwordless option. If you log in via email and password, ensure you enter the email linked to your HIVO account with the purchased Outlook connector.

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### **2. Attaching Assets**

1. **Compose Email:** Start drafting a new email message.
2. **Locate HIVO Add-in:** The HIVO add-in should appear as a panel within your email composition window.
3. **Search for Asset:** Use the search bar or browse through your HIVO library to find the desired asset.
4. **Attach:** Click the "Attach" button next to the asset. The asset will be added to your email as an attachment.

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### **3. Importing Assets**

1. **Compose Email:** Start drafting a new email message.
2. **Locate HIVO Add-in:** The HIVO add-in should appear as a panel within your email composition window.
3. **Search for Asset:** Use the search bar or browse through your HIVO library to find the desired asset.
4. **Import:** Click the "Import" button next to the asset. The asset will be inserted directly into the body of your email message.

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If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask, we're always here to help!