How to transfer google contacts to windows live mail

To transfer Google Contacts to Windows Live Mail, you'll need to follow these steps:

Method 1: Using Google Takeout and CSV file

1. Go to Google Contacts and sign in with your Google account.
2. Click on the "More" menu and select "Settings" (or use the gear icon).
3. Scroll down to the "Export" section and click on "Export".
4. Select "Export all contacts" and choose "CSV (Comma Separated Values)" as the file format.
5. Click on "Export" to download the CSV file.
6. Open the CSV file in a text editor or spreadsheet software (like Microsoft Excel).
7. Save the file as a CSV file with a .csv extension.
8. Open Windows Live Mail and go to "Contacts" (or "People" in newer versions).
9. Click on "Import" and select "CSV" as the file format.
10. Browse to the location where you saved the CSV file and select it.
11. Click "Open" to import the contacts.

Method 2: Using Google Contacts and Windows Live Mail's built-in import feature

1. Go to Google Contacts and sign in with your Google account.
2. Click on the "More" menu and select "Settings" (or use the gear icon).
3. Scroll down to the "Export" section and click on "Export".
4. Select "Export a selection" and choose the contacts you want to export.
5. Click on "Export" to download the VCF (vCard) file.
6. Open Windows Live Mail and go to "Contacts" (or "People" in newer versions).
7. Click on "Import" and select "vCard" as the file format.
8. Browse to the location where you saved the VCF file and select it.
9. Click "Open" to import the contacts.

Method 3: Using a third-party tool

There are several third-party tools available that can help you transfer Google Contacts to Windows Live Mail. Some popular options include:

• Sync2: A free tool that allows you to sync your Google Contacts with Windows Live Mail.
• Google Contacts to CSV: A free online tool that converts your Google Contacts to a CSV file, which can then be imported into Windows Live Mail.
• ContactSync: A paid tool that allows you to sync your Google Contacts with Windows Live Mail and other email clients.

Remember to always back up your contacts before transferring them to a new email client or service.