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To save an Outlook email as a .msg file, the process varies slightly depending on the version of Outlook you are using. Here’s a detailed guide for different platforms:
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Saving Outlook emails as MSG files using Cigati Outlook Backup Tool is a straightforward process.
Saving Emails as .msg in Outlook for Windows
Method 1: Drag and Drop
- Click on the email you want to save.
- Simply drag the email from your Outlook inbox to your desktop or a folder on your computer. This action will automatically save it as a .msg file.
Method 2: Using Save As
- Double-click to open the email message.
- Click on the File tab in the upper left corner.
- Select Save As from the menu.
- In the dialog box, browse to the folder where you want to save the file.
- Enter a name for your file. In the Save as type dropdown, select Outlook Message Format (*.msg).
- Save: Click the Save button to complete the process.
Saving Emails as .msg in Outlook for Mac
- Highlight the email you wish to save.
- Drag it to your desktop or a local folder; this will convert it into a .eml file, which can be renamed to .msg if necessary
- Open the email and go to File > Save As.
- Choose a location, enter a name, and ensure it is saved as an Email Message.
Saving Emails using Outlook Web App (OWA)
- Open a new email composition window.
- Drag the email you want to save into the body of this new email. This action will attach it as an .msg file.
- You can then send this email to yourself or download it directly from the attachment.
Important Notes
- If you are using newer versions of Outlook, such as Outlook 365, some features may not be available, and it may be necessary to switch back to classic Outlook for full functionality.
- The .msg format is specific to Microsoft Outlook and contains all data associated with an email, making it useful for archiving or sharing emails outside of Outlook.
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Saving Outlook emails as MSG files using Cigati Outlook Backup Tool is a straightforward process.