How to restore deleted categories mails in outlook
The frustration of accidentally deleting important emails, including categories! Don't worry, I'm here to help you recover deleted categories in Outlook. Here are the steps to restore deleted categories in Outlook:
Method 1: Using the "Recover Deleted Items" feature
- Open Outlook and go to the "Deleted Items" folder.
- Look for the category you want to restore and right-click on it.
- Select "Recover Deleted Items" from the context menu.
- If the category is still in the "Recover Deleted Items" folder, you can restore it by clicking "OK" in the confirmation dialog box.
- The category will be restored to its original location.
Method 2: Using the "PST File"
- Close Outlook and locate the Outlook PST file on your computer. The default location is usually
C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Outlook. - Open the PST file using a third-party tool like PST Viewer or PST Explorer.
- Navigate to the "Categories" folder and look for the deleted category.
- Right-click on the category and select "Restore" or "Move to" to move it back to its original location.
- Save the changes and close the PST file viewer.
- Restart Outlook and the category should be restored.
Method 3: Using the "Outlook Category Recovery" tool
- Download and install the "Outlook Category Recovery" tool from a reputable source.
- Launch the tool and follow the instructions to scan your Outlook PST file for deleted categories.
- The tool will display a list of recovered categories. Select the one you want to restore and click "Restore".
- The category will be restored to its original location.
Additional Tips:
- Regularly back up your Outlook PST file to prevent data loss.
- Use the "Category" feature wisely and avoid deleting categories unnecessarily.
- If you're using Outlook 2010 or later, you can also use the "Category" feature to create a new category and then move the deleted category to the new one.
I hope these methods help you restore your deleted categories in Outlook!