.MSG File

The .msg file extension is associated with two different file formats: Outlook Mail Message File and Fallout Message File. In this article, we will explore both formats, how to use them, how to open .msg files, and how to convert them to other formats.

Outlook Mail Message File (.msg)

An Outlook Mail Message File, commonly known as .msg file, is a file format used by Microsoft Outlook to store email messages, including attachments, calendar items, contacts, and other Outlook items. It is a proprietary format specific to Microsoft Outlook.

How to Use .msg Files

To use .msg files, you typically need to have Microsoft Outlook installed on your computer. Outlook provides a comprehensive set of features to manage email, calendars, contacts, and more. You can create, send, receive, and organize emails using Outlook.

How to Open .msg Files

To open .msg files, you can follow these steps:

1. Ensure that you have Microsoft Outlook installed on your computer.
2. Locate the .msg file on your computer.
3. Double-click on the .msg file, and it should open in Outlook by default.

If you don't have Microsoft Outlook installed or want to open .msg files without Outlook, you can use third-party viewers and converters specifically designed for .msg files.

Online .msg Viewer

There are several online .msg viewers available that allow you to open and view .msg files without needing Outlook. One popular option is "Message Viewer Online" (https://www.encryptomatic.com/viewer/). It provides a simple and user-friendly interface to upload and view .msg files online.

Convert .msg to .eml

If you need to convert .msg files to the more widely supported .eml format (used by various email clients), you can use dedicated conversion tools. One such tool is "SysTools MSG to EML Converter" (https://www.systoolsgroup.com/msg-to-eml-converter.html), which allows you to convert multiple .msg files to .eml format simultaneously.

This software provides a straightforward process to select the .msg files, choose the output format, and initiate the conversion. It retains the original formatting and attachments of the emails during the conversion process.

Using the SysTools MSG to EML Converter:

1. Download and install the SysTools MSG to EML Converter software.
2. Launch the software and click on the "Add Files" button to select the .msg files you want to convert.
3. Choose the desired output format, in this case, select .eml.
4. Specify the destination folder where you want to save the converted files.
5. Click on the "Convert" button to start the conversion process.

Once the conversion is complete, you can open the converted .eml files using various email clients like Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or other applications that support the .eml format.

In conclusion, the .msg file extension is primarily associated with Outlook Mail Message Files and Fallout Message Files. While Outlook uses .msg files for storing email messages, Fallout uses them for in-game communication. To open .msg files without Outlook, you can use online viewers, and to convert .msg files to .eml format, you can rely on specialized conversion software.