How to copy outlook mail to desktop
There are a few ways to copy Outlook emails to your desktop:
Method 1: Using Outlook's built-in feature
- Open Outlook and navigate to the folder containing the emails you want to copy.
- Select the emails you want to copy by checking the boxes next to them.
- Right-click on the selected emails and choose "Save As" or "Export" (depending on your Outlook version).
- In the "Save As" or "Export" dialog box, select "Text File" or "CSV (Comma Separated Values)" as the file type.
- Choose a location on your desktop to save the file, and click "Save" or "Export".
Method 2: Using Outlook's "Print" feature
- Open Outlook and navigate to the folder containing the emails you want to copy.
- Select the emails you want to copy by checking the boxes next to them.
- Click on the "Print" button in the "Home" tab or press Ctrl+P.
- In the "Print" dialog box, select "Save as PDF" or "Save as Text File" as the printer.
- Choose a location on your desktop to save the file, and click "Save".
Method 3: Using a third-party add-in
There are several third-party add-ins available that allow you to copy Outlook emails to your desktop. Some popular options include:
- Outlook Email Exporter: This add-in allows you to export Outlook emails to a variety of file formats, including PDF, CSV, and HTML.
- Email Saver: This add-in allows you to save Outlook emails to a file on your desktop or network location.
- Outlook Backup: This add-in allows you to backup your Outlook emails and contacts to a file on your desktop or network location.
Method 4: Using a script
If you're comfortable with scripting, you can use a script to copy Outlook emails to your desktop. For example, you can use VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) to write a script that exports Outlook emails to a file on your desktop.
I hope these methods help you copy your Outlook emails to your desktop!