Winmail opener ipad

The infamous "winmail.dat" file!

The "winmail.dat" file is a file attachment that is generated by Microsoft Outlook when it is configured to use the Microsoft Exchange server's proprietary TNEF (Transport Neutral Encapsulation Format) format. This format is not compatible with most email clients, including those on iOS devices like the iPad.

If you receive a "winmail.dat" file on your iPad, you may not be able to open it directly. However, there are a few workarounds to help you access the contents of the file:

  1. Use a third-party email client: Install a third-party email client like Microsoft Outlook for iOS or Spark Mail, which supports TNEF format. These apps can help you open and extract the contents of the "winmail.dat" file.
  2. Use a file viewer app: Download a file viewer app like File Explorer or iFile, which can help you view the contents of the "winmail.dat" file. These apps may not be able to extract the contents, but you can at least view the file's structure.
  3. Use an online converter: There are several online tools available that can convert the "winmail.dat" file to a more compatible format, such as PDF or HTML. You can upload the file to one of these tools and download the converted file.
  4. Ask the sender to re-send the file: If you're unable to open the "winmail.dat" file, you can ask the sender to re-send the file in a more compatible format, such as PDF or ZIP.

Here are some specific steps to help you open a "winmail.dat" file on your iPad:

Using Microsoft Outlook for iOS:

  1. Open Microsoft Outlook for iOS and go to the "Attachments" tab.
  2. Tap on the "winmail.dat" file to open it.
  3. If prompted, select "Open with" and choose a compatible app, such as Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat.

Using Spark Mail:

  1. Open Spark Mail and go to the "Attachments" tab.
  2. Tap on the "winmail.dat" file to open it.
  3. Spark Mail may automatically extract the contents of the file and display them in the app.

Remember that not all email clients or file viewer apps may be able to open or extract the contents of a "winmail.dat" file. If you're unable to access the file, you may need to contact the sender or use an online converter to extract the contents.