How do i export emails from windows live mail

Exporting emails from Windows Live Mail is a relatively straightforward process. Here are the steps:

Method 1: Exporting emails as a PST file

1. Open Windows Live Mail.
2. Click on "File" > "Export" > "Export to a file".
3. In the "Export to a file" window, select "Personal Folders File (.pst)" as the file type.
4. Choose the folder you want to export (e.g., "Inbox", "Sent Items", etc.).
5. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to start the export process.
6. Choose a location to save the exported PST file and click "Save".
7. The export process may take some time, depending on the size of your email database.

Method 2: Exporting emails as a CSV file

1. Open Windows Live Mail.
2. Click on "File" > "Export" > "Export to a file".
3. In the "Export to a file" window, select "Comma Separated Values (.csv)" as the file type.
4. Choose the folder you want to export (e.g., "Inbox", "Sent Items", etc.).
5. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to start the export process.
6. Choose a location to save the exported CSV file and click "Save".
7. The export process may take some time, depending on the size of your email database.

Method 3: Exporting emails using the Windows Live Mail Import/Export Wizard

1. Open Windows Live Mail.
2. Click on "File" > "Import and Export".
3. In the "Import and Export" window, select "Export" and then "Next".
4. Choose the folder you want to export (e.g., "Inbox", "Sent Items", etc.).
5. Select the export format (e.g., PST, CSV, etc.).
6. Choose a location to save the exported file and click "Next".
7. Click "Finish" to start the export process.

Tips and Variations

• You can also export specific emails or messages by selecting them and then clicking "File" > "Export" > "Export selected items".
• If you want to export emails from a specific account, make sure to select the account in the "Export" window.
• You can also use third-party tools or software to export emails from Windows Live Mail, such as Outlook or other email clients.
• If you're exporting a large number of emails, it's a good idea to export them in smaller batches to avoid any issues with the export process.