“My manager has assigned me a task to convert OST files into PST files. I applied one solution but I noticed that some of my files were missing. Now, I am in a big trouble and I do not know what to do next. So please suggest me a reliable and simple solution using which I can convert rest of the OST files to PST file format without any data loss.”
In this era of technology, most of the people are dependent upon the email clients for the communication purpose. Outlook is one of the most popular email client used by numerous users around the world. The user can save files in MS Outlook in OST or PST file formats. Sometimes, the users need to convert offline storage OST to PST file format. But they are not able to find a perfect solution to do the same. Most of the solutions are related to data loss issue and are complicated. Therefore, in this blog, we are going to introduce some reliable methods using which the user can easily convert OST file to PST file format without any data loss issue.
About PST & OST File Formats
PST: When the user is using Microsoft Outlook without Exchange Server then PST file is created. It stores the entire mailbox content in a Personal Storage Table (PST) format on the user’s system.
OST: On the other hand, when the user is connected with Microsoft Exchange Server the mailbox data is delivered and saved on the mail server. If the user wants to work on the email messages and other mailbox content in the absence of Exchange Server. Then Outlook creates Outlook data file (OST) on the user’s local machine.
Methods to Convert Offline Storage to Personal Storage Folder
There are different methods using which the user can convert OST to PST. Some of the most efficient methods are discussed in the section given below.
Method 1: Use Outlook Import/Export Utility
To convert OST files to PST file format the user can simply make use of Outlook Import/Export Wizard. The user has to export Outlook Offline folder file to PST file. But to apply this method the user must need some technical knowledge. If the steps are not performed in a correct way then it can also lead to data loss issues. Steps to convert OST to PST using Import/Export utility are given below:
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First, you have to open Outlook on your system
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Now, click on the File menu, and then select the Import/Export option
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The Import and Export Wizard will open. After that click on the Export to a file option
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Click on the Next button. Select the Outlook Data File (.pst) option and click on the Next to move further
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Now, you have selected the mailbox folder from where you want to export files
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After this, you have to browse and select the target folder where you want to save the new PST file
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Finally, click on the Finish button
Method 2: Automated Solution – OST to PST Converter
The safest, easiest and reliable way to convert Offline Storage (OST) to PST(Personal Storage Folder) is by using a smart solution that is OST to PST Converter. With this utility, the user can easily export Outlook data from Offline OST to PST and multiple file formats also. The original format and structure are maintained without any data loss. Moreover, the user can also convert emails, calendars contacts, task, journal etc. via OST to PST Converter. Additionally, it has easy to understand GUI which makes easy for users to work with it. No technical expertise is required to operate this utility.
Method 3: Drag and Drop Method
The user can also opt for the drag and drop method. In this method, the drag and drop the mailbox items from the OST file to a new PST file. For, this first you have to create a blank new PST file in Outlook. After the creation of PST file, the user can drag the desired items from the OST into the PST file.
Method 4: Archive Method
The user can also follow the archive method to convert Offline Storage (OST) to PST (Personal Storage Folder).
1. First, open MS Outlook on your local machine
2. Now, click on the File and then click on Archive option
3. Choose the file or folder you want to archive
4. Browse the location where you want to save the archived file
5. Click on the Finish button
Final Words
Sometimes, the users want to convert offline OST file to PST but they are not able to do so. Therefore, in this blog, we have introduced some solutions using which the user can easily resolve this problem. However, it is recommended to use automated solution that is OST to PST Converter. It is a reliable utility using which the user can easily convert Offline Storage (OST) to PST (Personal Storage Folder) including emails, contacts, calendars etc. in a hassle free way.
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