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Converting a PST (Personal Storage Table) file typically involves importing it into an email client or using specialized conversion software. The method you choose depends on your needs and the email client you want to use. Here are two common scenarios for converting PST files:
Scenario 1: Importing a PST File into Microsoft Outlook
If you want to use a PST file in Microsoft Outlook, follow these steps to import it:
If you want to convert a PST file to another format (e.g., EML, MSG, PDF, EMLX, MBOX, HTML, MHTML, , etc.) or import it into a different email client, you can use third-party ATS PST Recovery software. Here are the general steps:
Scenario 1: Importing a PST File into Microsoft Outlook
If you want to use a PST file in Microsoft Outlook, follow these steps to import it:
- Open Microsoft Outlook: Launch Microsoft Outlook on your computer.
- Go to File: Click on the "File" tab in the upper-left corner of the Outlook window.
- Open & Export: In the File menu, select "Open & Export."
- Import/Export: In the Open & Export menu, choose "Import/Export."
- Import from Another Program or File: Select "Import from another program or file" and click "Next."
- Choose PST File: Choose "Outlook Data File (.pst)" and click "Next."
- Browse for the PST File: Click on "Browse" to locate and select the PST file you want to convert.
- Specify Action: Choose how you want Outlook to handle duplicates and subfolders. Click "Next."
- Select Destination: Choose a location where you want to import the PST file's contents within your Outlook profile. You can also choose to import it into a new folder. Click "Next."
- Finish the Import: Review your settings and click "Finish." Outlook will begin importing the PST file into your mailbox.
- Access Imported Data: Once the import is complete, you can access the imported data within Outlook, including emails, contacts, calendar events, and more.
If you want to convert a PST file to another format (e.g., EML, MSG, PDF, EMLX, MBOX, HTML, MHTML, , etc.) or import it into a different email client, you can use third-party ATS PST Recovery software. Here are the general steps:
- Download and Install the Software: Choose a reputable ATS PST conversion tool and install it on your computer.
- Launch the Software: Open the software and select the option to convert or import PST files.
- Select the PST File: Browse and choose the PST file you want to convert.
- Choose Output Format: Specify the output format you want (e.g., EML, MSG, PDF, etc.) and configure any additional settings, such as folder selection or filtering.
- Start the Conversion: Initiate the conversion process.
- Save the Converted Files: After the conversion is complete, the tool will generate the converted files in the specified format. Save them to your desired location.
- Import into the Desired Email Client (if needed): If you want to import the converted files into another email client, follow the import instructions specific to that client.