How to Convert OFT to MSG File in Outlook?

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To convert an Outlook Template file (.OFT) to a Message file (.MSG), you can follow these methods:

Manual Conversion in Outlook​

• Open the OFT File:
  • Locate the .OFT file on your computer and double-click to open it in Outlook.
• Create a New Message:
  • Once the template is open, click on File in the menu.
• Save As MSG:
  • Select Save As.
  • In the Save as type dropdown menu, choose Outlook Message Format (*.msg).
  • Choose your desired location and provide a name for the file, then click Save.

This method allows you to manually convert an OFT file to MSG format using Outlook's built-in features.

Using Third-Party Software​

If you need to convert multiple OFT files or prefer an automated solution, consider using specialized software:

• Cigati OFT to MSG Converter:
  • Download and run the OFT File Converter software.
  • Select the option to choose OFT files or folders.
  • Follow the prompts to convert your files in bulk.

Programmatic Conversion​

For developers, you can utilize programming libraries:

• Java: Use MapiMessage.load to load the OFT file and then save it as MSG using the save method.
• C#: Similar functionality is available in C# with libraries that allow loading and saving email formats programmatically.

These methods provide flexibility depending on whether you prefer manual conversion, bulk processing, or programmatic solutions.