How To Access MBOX Mail File Data In Outlook 2021?
Have you got an MBOX file but do not have supporting platform to work on it, rather having Outlook 2021? No problem, in this blog we are providing a complete guide on how to access MBOX mail file data in Outlook 2021.
By following the method we are sharing, you would be able to transfer MBOX file data to Outlook 2021 and all other versions efficiently.
What is MBOX File and Why Is It Not Possible To Open It In Outlook?
MBOX is a file format which many email applications use to save its data. Some of the popular email applications that save data in MBOX or .mbox format are, Mozilla Thunderbird, Apple mail/Mac mail, Opera mail, Entourage, etc.
And the reason you would not be able to open MBOX mail file in Outlook is that, Outlook saves data in a different file format, which is a PST file or .pst.
With this, you must have concluded why it is not possible to open MBOX file data in Outlook 2021.
Method To Access MBOX Mail File Data In Outlook 2021
Two methods are present to convert MBOX file to PST format.
1. Manual Method.
2. Automated method.
Manual Method:
Note: To run MBOX file in Outlook 2021, the first thing that you need to ensure is that you have installed Outlook in your device properly. Next
1. Go the MS Outlook email client and tap on the option export files.
2. Next, go to the option File and then to import and export.
3. You will get another drop down, select the option import from “another file and folder”, followed by clicking on the next button.
4. Here, select the option Import Internet Mail and Addresses from the list and click on the Next button.
5. Choose the option,“Outlook Express 4.x, 5.x, 6.x, or windows mail”, and then click on the next button.
6. Again, click on the option import and export from the browser option, and tap on the Next button.
7. Select the option finish to complete the process.
Open Outlook 2021 again and here you will find the emails of MBOX files.
This is how you can access MBOX file data in Outlook 2021. The method might seem easy and money saving to you, but before running to conclusion, have a look at its downside and limitations
Downside and Limitations Of Manual Method
1. The manual method is a time-taking process.
2. The process requires technical knowledge and expertise.
3. You would not be able to convert multiple MBOX to Outlook 2021.
4. There are chances of data alteration.
5. You might end up losing some of your MBOX file data
Access MBOX File Data in Outlook 2021 With The Help Of Software
Automated method is much easier than the manual method when it comes to making MBOX mail file data accessible in the Outlook 2021 environment. Ample software are present to convert MBOX to Outlook file format. These tool are efficient and complete the task without error.
Here is the step by step guide how the tool works
Step One: Upload MBOX file in the software using any of the option present in the menu.
The software provides two options for the job. First, directly select the application supporting MBOX file, second upload orphan MBOX file.
Step Two: Once you select the email client, or upload MBOX file in the software, the software will present the entire content of file, such as folder, subfolder, etc. You can select data from here that you want to convert.
Step Three: After selecting the data, click on the option convert now.
Step Four: The software will ask for the desired location where you want to save the file along with the name of file. Enter the same and click next.
This is how you can access MBOX file data in Outlook 2021 with the help of software. It is a quick and accurate way of data conversion.
Conclusion: Since MS Outlook 2021 is the latest version of MS Outlook, it is quite common to migrate MBOX files into MS Outlook 2021 so that you can get more work benefits with all the new features provided by this Microsoft email client.
