How to compress windows live mail

Windows Live Mail is a popular email client, but it can take up a significant amount of disk space, especially if you have a large number of emails and attachments. Here are some ways to compress Windows Live Mail:

Method 1: Compact PST files

  1. Open Windows Live Mail and go to File > Data File > Compact.
  2. Select the PST file you want to compact and click Compact.
  3. Follow the prompts to complete the compacting process.

This method will reduce the size of your PST file by removing redundant data and compressing the file.

Method 2: Use a third-party PST compressor

There are several third-party tools available that can compress PST files, such as:

To use a third-party PST compressor, download and install the tool, then follow the instructions to compress your PST file.

Method 3: Use Windows built-in compression

  1. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the folder where your PST file is located.
  2. Right-click on the PST file and select Properties.
  3. In the Properties window, click on the General tab and then click on the Advanced button.
  4. In the Advanced Attributes window, check the box next to Compress contents to save disk space.
  5. Click OK to apply the changes.

This method will compress the PST file, but it may not be as effective as the other methods.

Method 4: Use a cloud-based email service

If you're using Windows Live Mail for personal use, you may want to consider switching to a cloud-based email service like Outlook.com or Gmail. These services offer more storage space and automatic compression of your emails, which can help reduce the size of your email account.

Remember to always back up your PST file before compressing it, in case something goes wrong during the compression process.