How to Open MBOX File in Outlook 2016, 2013, 2010? Solved

There are situations when users need to switch from Mac to Windows-based MS Outlook email client just to access their MBOX files in the MS Outlook email client. However, to do so, it is recommended that an MBOX to PST Conversion task be performed. This blog highlights a few essential points that will help you to Open MBOX files in Outlook 2016, 2013, & 2010 effectively.

What is an MBOX File?

Unlike other file formats, MBOX is one of the most popular file formats which saves users’ email in text format. It is widely used by email clients like AppleMail, Thunderbird, Entourage, Eudora, PocoMail, etc. for organizing and managing users’ emails efficiently. Despite having many advantages, MBOX format has some drawbacks too. Let’s see the disadvantages of the MBOX file format. And how to import MBOX files into MS Outlook 2016.

Is it Possible to Open MBOX File in Outlook 2016, 2013 & 2010?

MBOX files cannot be opened directly in MS Outlook 2016, 2013, or 2010, as Outlook does not natively support the MBOX format. The MBOX format is primarily used by email clients like Thunderbird and Apple Mail, storing email data locally. While MBOX files cannot be accessed in Outlook without conversion, they can be transferred to another computer, but Outlook will still require the files to be converted into a compatible format, such as PST. To access MBOX data in Outlook, users must convert MBOX files into PST using third-party tools, making the emails accessible in Outlook on any Windows-based system.

How to Import or Open MBOX File to Outlook All Versions?

Exporting MBOX files to Outlook is a complex and tedious task that can be done using two possible ways i.e. manual and automated. However, choosing any of either option completely depends on the user’s preferences.

Manual Solution to Import MBOX File to Outlook

Below are the steps to export MBOX mailbox data from AppleMail to Outlook:

Essential Note: It is required to install Outlook Express and Eudora on the system prior to initiating this method.

Step 1: Export Mailbox Data From Apple Mail

• Start the Apple Mail on your screen.
• Then, go to File and then Import Mailboxes.
• Choose the file MBOX file and click the Continue button to proceed.
• Now, select the MBOX file from the location where it is saved for importing and click Done once the import process is done.

Step2: Convert the MBOX file to Eudora Format

• Rename your MBOX file with .mbx extension if Eudora.
• Move the mailbox file to the Eudora default location. The default location of Eudora is “C:\Documents and Settings\ Application Data\Qualcomm\Eudora”.
• Run Eudora and Open MBOX file and close Eudora.

Step3: Move the MBOX File From Eudora to Outlook Express

• Launch Outlook Express on your computer.
• Go to the File tab, then Import, and click Messages.
• Now select Eudora from the list and click Next to proceed further.
• Go to Eudora’s default location to opt for  .mbx file and click OK.
• Finally, click on Finish.

Step4: Export the MBOX file from Outlook Express to MS Outlook

• Open Microsoft Outlook.
• Move to the File tab, and click on Open > Import. It will lead you to the Import and Export Wizard.
• Now select Import Internet Mail and Addresses and click Next.
• Choose the Outlook Express option here and click Next.
• Finally, click on the Finish button.

This is how you can access your AppleMail data in MS Outlook effectively.

Drawbacks of Doing this Using Manual Method

1. Lengthy and time-consuming process.
2. Require high technical skills.
3. Mandatory to install additional applications.
4. Doesn’t guarantee a successful conversion.

Automated Method to Convert MBOX File to PST Conversion

However, if you want a safe and hassle-free conversion of MBOX files to Outlook PST format, you need to opt for an automated DRS MBOX Converter tool. The tool can be easily operated by both technical and non-technical users as the software is embedded with a simple and easy user interface. Moreover, it provides various features such as duplicate email removal, date filter, etc., for better migration results. Other than converting MBOX to PST, you can use the tool to convert MBOX files into EML and import MBOX to various email clients directly.

Steps Convert MBOX File Into PST File

1. First of all, download, install, and run the DRS MBOX File Converter on your screen. 
2. Mark on Single File/Multiple Files or Select Folder and click Next. Now, click Select File to add the MBOX file.
3. Choose the desired MBOX file and click on the Open button to browse it. After that, it will list all emails present in the selected file(s).
4. Click on any email to preview its content in the preview panel, including email body, attachments, subject, sender, date, etc.
5. Select the desired output format to PST and Click on the “Path to Save” button to choose a location to save the output format. 
6. Additionally, you can pick filters like saving attachments separately, removing duplicate emails, etc.
7. After configuring all settings, click on the “Convert” button to begin the Conversion process.

Now Import PST into Outlook and you are done viewing the MBOX file into Outlook.

The Bottom Line

Here in this blog, we have described both the Aforementioned methods i.e. manual and automated in order to open MBOX file in Outlook 2016, 2013, and 2010. However, I will suggest users opt for a simple and more efficient automated solution to perform the risk-free conversion.

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