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How to set up SMS reminders for all Outlook calendar events


Hello

I am a little confused - free version.

I would like to receive an sms txt from all upcoming outlook events 1 hr before each event starts, but the zap seems to want to pick a specific event. Or I can set a zap that seems to go only 15min before all events.

 

I want to set these up for every event my calendar for 1 day, 1 hr, and 15min.

when I am working I need multiple reminders otherwise I miss meetings.

Thank you in advance.

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Stan

 

 

 

Best answer by Troy Tessalone

Hi ​@CineAir 

You’ll need 3 different Zaps.

 

Try these Zap steps:

  1. Trigger: Outlook - Calendar Event Start
    1. Select a Calendar
    2. Set the Time Before
    3. Set the Time Before (Unit)
      1. Minutes
  2. Action: SMS by Zapier - Send SMS
    1. Help: https://zapier.com/apps/sms/help

 

If you need more help post screenshots.

 

 

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Troy Tessalone
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  • February 6, 2025

Hi ​@CineAir 

You’ll need 3 different Zaps.

 

Try these Zap steps:

  1. Trigger: Outlook - Calendar Event Start
    1. Select a Calendar
    2. Set the Time Before
    3. Set the Time Before (Unit)
      1. Minutes
  2. Action: SMS by Zapier - Send SMS
    1. Help: https://zapier.com/apps/sms/help

 

If you need more help post screenshots.

 

 


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  • February 6, 2025

That is exactly what I have been doing, hmm, I will create a brand new one and see if it works.


JammerS
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  • February 7, 2025

Hi ​@CineAir,

 

Just keep us in the loop for this one so we can troubleshoot further if needed. We'll keep an eye out for this thread. Thank you.


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  • February 7, 2025

yes I will update, I have some tests set at the moment. Thank you for asking.

 


JammerS
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  • February 10, 2025

Hi ​@CineAir,
 
We just wanted to see how everything is going with your Zap. Feel free to reach out if you need further assistance with your Zap. We're glad to address any concerns and assist you.
 
We're looking forward to your response.


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  • February 10, 2025

it seems to be working…..


JammerS
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  • February 11, 2025

Wow! That’s good to know that Troy’s recommendation got the Zap running. This will significantly help our Community members to have as a reference for the same issue.