How to Export Outlook Express Mail Folders

Microsoft Outlook Express allows you to export all your messages and folders to a .iaf file.

Microsoft Outlook Express is the default mail client that comes with Windows XP. Many people eventually upgrade their version of Outlook Express to the current version of Outlook. This can be a painful process if you are unable to move your email messages from one mail client to another. The good news is that Microsoft Outlook Express allows you to export all your messages and folders to a .iaf file. This allows you to import your folders and messages into your new version of Outlook or another email client.

Instructions

1. Open Outlook Express.

2. Select the "Tools" menu, and choose the "Accounts" option.

3. Click the "Mail" tab, and select the mail account that you want to export the messages from.

4. Click the "Export" button located on the right side of the window.

5. Name the file, and click the "Save" button.

References

• Microsoft Support: Step 2. Export the Mail Account to a File

Resources

• Read this Article in Portuguese