Install Xink Outlook Add-in Manually or via Admin

Short answer:
You can manually install the Xink Outlook add-in using the manifest file. For company-wide deployment, we recommend using the Microsoft 365 Admin Center deployment method.

When should you use manual vs. centralized deployment?

• Use manual installation if:
  • You are testing the add-in
  • You want to validate the setup before rollout
  • Only a few users need access
• Use Microsoft 365 Admin Center deploymentif:
  • You want all users to get the add-in automatically
  • You need a consistent setup across the organization
  • You want easier maintenance and updates

Step 1: Download the manifest file

1. Go to Preferences > Integration > Microsoft 365 (Outlook add-in) in the Xink portal.
2. Download the manifest (.xml) file.

Step 2: Open Outlook on the web

1. Go to Outlook on the web.
2. Open the Add-ins for Outlook window.

Step 3: Upload the add-in

1. Select My add-ins.
2. Under Custom Add-ins, click Add a custom add-in.
3. Select Add from file.

Step 4: Install the add-in

1. Select the downloaded .xml manifest file.
2. Click Install.

Recommendation

Manual installation is useful for testing or individual users. For production environments, deploy the add-in centrally via the Microsoft 365 Admin Center to ensure consistent availability and automatic updates for all users.

Deploy the Xink Outlook Add-in via Microsoft 365 Admin Center