This technical article aims to answer the various questions clients have about converting EML files to PST format. In this guide we will briefly cover all the necessary manuals and professional guidelines.
Outlook Express Mozilla Thunderbird and Windows Live Mail are among the email clients that create EML files. Apart from being easily available in text and binary formats the body of the document consists of attachments, hyperlinks and consistent text while the header part contains ASCII material. EML files are typically used for electronic communication—most famously for the exchange of crucial emails—and also provide an additional channel of engagement between individuals.
On the other hand Microsoft Outlook stores data in a full mailbox similar to multiple EML files taken collectively and it uses the PST file format. Therefore it is advisable to export the Windows Live Mail into the Outlook PST file format. Before we proceed with the process let us first take a moment to discuss the factors that necessitate conversion.
Outlook allows users to import EML files into the PST format offering several choices for conversion. To achieve this you must follow each step sequentially. Every technique discussed here has been carefully examined in detail.
Start Microsoft Outlook and Windows Live Mail on your computer (recommended to run both applications simultaneously).
Click on the File tab in Windows Live Mail.
Select Export Email from the options displayed when you click on the email message.
Once you select Microsoft Exchange from the displayed box, click the Next button.
You will be prompted to confirm the migration click OK to proceed.
Choose the mailbox folder you want to export or select the option to export all folders. Then click OK.
Click OK after selecting the Outlook profile from which you wish to export data.
The files will begin moving immediately after you click the OK button.
Go to the location where you saved your EML files.
Select the EML file you intend to transfer.
Once selected click and hold the EML file.
Drag the file towards the Microsoft Outlook mailbox. Release it to import the EML file into Microsoft Outlook in PST format.
To the automate conversion of DataVare EML files to PST format you’ll need a reliable and robust EML converter tool. This method ensures that the data within the EML files is preserved and there is no loss during conversion. No matter your technical skill level this method is designed to be user-friendly. Additionally the tool ensures the preservation of data integrity and avoids disrupting the folder hierarchy.
Let’s go over the steps for using the automated method-
Download and install the EML to PST converter tool.
Once installed click Browse to select the EML files from your computer.
Sort the folders and review the necessary emails.
Ensure PST is selected as the format you wish to save the converted data in.
Select the destination where you want to store the converted data.
Click Convert to initiate the process of converting the EML files to PST format.
Based on the information provided above, all manual tools described for converting EML files to PST format are free to use. However if you are dealing with a large number of EML files it is advised to avoid these manual methods as they may not be suitable for a corporate environment. Those who have time and enjoy taking risks may choose the manual methods while those who are able to invest in the software should consider using the automated method for a more efficient conversion.
