cannot sync new outlook with icloud for windows

The new Outlook for Windows supports various account types, including iCloud. However, if you're unable to activate the sync for emails, calendar, and contacts in iCloud for Windows, it may be due to compatibility issues or settings not being configured correctly in either Outlook or iCloud.

Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:

1. Ensure Compatibility: Make sure you are using the latest version of both Outlook and iCloud for Windows. Updates often include important fixes and improvements.
2. Check iCloud Settings: Open iCloud for Windows and ensure that you have selected the options to sync Mail, Contacts, Calendars, and Tasks. If the activation bar is missing, try signing out and back into iCloud.
3. Reinstall iCloud: If the issue persists, consider uninstalling and then reinstalling iCloud for Windows. This can sometimes resolve sync issues.
4. Check Account Settings: In Outlook, ensure that your iCloud account is properly set up. You may need to remove and re-add the account if there are any discrepancies.
5. Consult Support: If none of these steps work, you may need to consult Microsoft or Apple support for further assistance, as they can provide more specific guidance based on your setup.

If you continue to experience issues, it may be helpful to check for any known issues with the sync feature between Outlook and iCloud.

Hi Jospeh,

Do you want to use your iCloud account in New Outlook?

Via https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/add-or-manage-an-icloud-email-account-in-outlook-4aed8b3d-3c68-4743-8973-f6bd1c56e040

1. On the View tab in new Outlook, select View settings, or on the File tab, select Account info.
2. Select Accounts > Your accounts.
3. Select Add Account, in the Suggested account dropdown, enter the iCloud account you want to add, and select Continue.
4. On Sync your iCloud account, select Continue.
5. If prompted, enter your password. However, if you have two-factor authentication set up, you might see a window asking you to Create an app-specific password. To obtain an app-password, do the following:
   1. Go to the Apple ID website in a web browser and enter your Apple ID and password.
   2. If you already turned on two-factor authentication, you'll receive a code on one of your trusted devices. Enter this code to continue. Otherwise, turn on two-factor authentication.
   3. From Sign-In and Security, select App-Specific Passwords > Generate an app-specific password.
   4. Type a name for the App-Specific Password and select Create. (If prompted, enter your iCloud password and select Continue.)
   5. Copy the app-specific password and select Done.
   6. Return to new Outlook and paste the app-password in the App password box. Select Continue.
6. The Success! window indicates your iCloud account was successfully added to Outlook. Select Done, or add another email account. Tip: If your sign in was unsuccessful, try the steps again, or select Advanced setup and follow the prompts.