Microsoft Zoom Plugin for Mac Deprecation
Microsoft is disabling the Zoom Plugin for Macs. The specific timeline for when Microsoft will disable the Zoom plugin has not been specified, so ITS recommends migrating to the Zoom Add-in for Outlook now to avoid any disruptions in your work. Please see the Microsoft Zoom Plugin for Mac Deprecation bulletin for more details.
Installation of Zoom Add-in
Step 1
Using a web browser, go to mso365.gmu.edu and log into your Mason Outlook email. Navigate to your calendar.
Step 2
Start a “New event” (new calendar entry).
Step 3
Click the (…) and select Get Add-ins.
Step 4
Go to Admin-managed and select Zoom for Outlook. You may need to Search add-ins. Select Add Zoom for Outlook and Continue when prompted. Exit these prompts back to your new calendar invite.
Step 5
Select Continue.
Once completed, you will see:
How to Use Zoom Add-in in Outlook
Start a new calendar entry and select Add a Zoom Meeting. Then add your attendees and other information.
Note: If you recently installed the Add-in, you may need to restart the Outlook application for your new add-in to appear.
Outlook for PC
Outlook for Mac
Outlook on the Web
> For settings suggestions, see Securing Zoom Meetings & Classes.