Importing PST Files in Outlook for Windows

Instructions for how to import .PST files into a new Outlook profile in Outlook for Windows.

Locating a .PST File on Your Computer

  1. Open Outlook for Windows.
  2. Select the File Tab.
    ''

  3. Select Account Settings.
  4. Select Account Settings.
    ''

  5. Select the Data Files Tab.
  6. Make Note of any locations of .PST Files listed.
    ''

Importing a .PST File into Your New Outlook Profile

  1. Open Outlook for Windows.
  2. Select the File Tab.
    ''

  3. Select Open & Export.
  4. Select Import/Export.
    ''

  5. Select Import from Another Program or File.
  6. Select Next.
    ''

  7. Select Outlook Data File (.pst).
  8. Select Next.
    ''

  9. Select Browse.
  10. Navigate to where your .PST file is saved. (See instructions for locating a .PST file above)
  11. Select your .PST File.
  12. Select Open.
  13. Select Next.
    outlook-pst-browse-051818

Did you find this article useful?

You Might Also Be Interested In

Tag List
  • anr information technology,
  • outlook for windows
Michigan State University
  • Spartans Will.
  • © Michigan State University

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential.

Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Quentin Tyler, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824. This information is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.

The 4-H Name and Emblem have special protections from Congress, protected by code 18 USC 707.

We comply with the Federal Trade Commission 1998 Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).