How to Set Up and Use the Windows People App

The Windows People app is a built-in application that allows you to manage and organize your contacts in Windows 10. With this app, you can easily access and stay connected with your friends, family, and colleagues. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of setting up and using the Windows People app on your computer.

Prerequisites

Windows 10 operating system

Setting Up the Windows People App

Open the Start Menu by clicking on the Windows icon in the taskbar.
Search for People by typing it into the search box.
Click on People from the search results to launch the app.

Adding and Managing Contacts

Once the People app is open, click on the "+" icon in the top-left corner to add a new contact.
Enter the contact's details, such as their name, phone number, email address, etc. You can also add a photo by clicking on the silhouette icon.
Once you have entered the necessary information, click on Save to add the contact to your People app.
To manage your contacts, you can use the options available under each contact's entry. These options allow you to edit, delete, or pin a contact to the Start menu.

Importing Contacts

If you have existing contacts in other accounts or services, you can import them into the Windows People app for easy access:

Importing Contacts from Microsoft Account:

Open the People app on your computer.
Click on the Settings icon (three dots) located at the bottom-left corner of the app.
Select Accounts from the menu.
Click on Add account and choose Microsoft Account from the list of options.
Follow the prompts to sign in with your Microsoft account.
Once signed in, select the account from where you want to import contacts, then click on Sync.

Importing Contacts from Other Accounts:

Open the People app on your computer.
Click on the Settings icon (three dots) at the bottom-left corner of the app.
Select Accounts from the menu.
Click on Add account and choose the account type (such as Google, Yahoo, etc.) from the list of options.
Follow the prompts to sign in with your account credentials.
Once signed in, select the account from where you want to import contacts, then click on Sync.

Syncing Contacts with Online Accounts

To keep your contacts up to date and synchronized across various devices, you can sync them with your online accounts:

Syncing Contacts with Microsoft Account:

Open the People app on your computer.
Click on the Settings icon (three dots) at the bottom-left corner of the app.
Select Accounts from the menu.
Click on your Microsoft account and ensure that the "Sync contacts" option is turned on.

Syncing Contacts with Other Accounts:

Open the People app on your computer.
Click on the Settings icon (three dots) at the bottom-left corner of the app.
Select Accounts from the menu.
Click on the desired account and ensure that the "Sync contacts" option is turned on.

Using the People App with Other Windows Applications

The Windows People app integrates with other applications to allow seamless communication and collaboration. Here are a few examples:

Mail app: When composing a new email in the Mail app, you can easily add contacts from the People app by clicking on the "To" field and selecting the desired person.
Skype: The People app can be linked with Skype, allowing you to initiate audio or video calls directly from the app.
Calendar: You can link contacts to calendar events to ensure easy access to their details when scheduling meetings or events in the Calendar app.

Conclusion

By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you should now be able to set up and use the Windows People app effectively. With the People app, you can efficiently manage your contacts, import them from various accounts, sync them across devices, and collaborate with other Windows applications. Stay connected with your contacts and streamline your communication process with this versatile built-in Windows 10 app.