| name | julien-mcp-outlook |
| description | Install Outlook MCP via win32com. Use when user needs Outlook email automation on Windows. |
| category | mcp |
| triggers | install outlook mcp, outlook automation, email mcp |
MCP Outlook Installer
This skill installs the Outlook MCP server into the current project.
Installation Procedure
When the user asks to install Outlook MCP:
- Check for existing
.mcp.jsonin the project root - Merge configuration - Add this server to
mcpServers:
{
"outlook": {
"command": "${ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH}/outlook-mcp-server/venv/Scripts/python.exe",
"args": ["${ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH}/outlook-mcp-server/main.py"]
}
}
- If
.mcp.jsondoesn't exist, create it with the full structure:
{
"mcpServers": {
"outlook": {
"command": "${ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH}/outlook-mcp-server/venv/Scripts/python.exe",
"args": ["${ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH}/outlook-mcp-server/main.py"]
}
}
}
Environment Variables Required
ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH: Path to MCP servers folder
Prerequisites
- Windows with Outlook installed
- Python with pywin32
Usage After Installation
Restart Claude Code to activate the MCP server.
Skill Chaining
- Input: User request to install Outlook MCP
- Output: Configured
.mcp.jsonwith outlook server - Tools Used: Read, Edit, Write
- Chains With: Gmail MCP for multi-provider email
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| pywin32 error | Run pip install pywin32 in venv |
| Outlook not found | Ensure Outlook desktop app is installed |
| Path not found | Verify ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH environment variable |
| Permission denied | Grant Outlook access when prompted |