How to Save MSG Files to EML

This is a very keen challenge for the MS Outlook users to save their MSG files to EML format. As there is many manual possible methods to save MSG file to EML format. So we are going to discuss about those manual and automatic conversion method which user can use to save Outlook MSG file into EML Format.There is a query from a Outlook user which we have received: 

“Hi my name Debra & I ‘m an MS Outlook user working in an MNC from past few years. Now, I switch that job to work from home. Now I need have an open source email client. So, I decided to use Mozilla Thunderbird Email Clint which is free to use. But, the main challenge for me is that how to save MSG to EML format so that I can open my MSG file into Thunderbird. Kindly suggest a unique way for it” 

So, if you want to save MSG files to EML format and finding a method then this article will help you a lot. Keep reading the article till the end and In this post, we are going to explain how to save MSG File to EML format along with attachments.

Introduction of Both File Formats

MSG and EML both are the most common & popular file formats. MSG files save emails in ASCII or Plain Text format. As we know MSG file store only single email message of MS Outlook so it’s very hard to manage a large number of Outlook MSG files at once.Outlook message and its all meta details like Email header, body, structure, content, Metadata, embedded attachments etc. MSG file is compatible with only Microsoft Outlook email client. So, in these situations sometimes users want to save there MSG files to .eml Format.  

EML is the one of most popular file format which is supported by many email client. Like Some of the EML supportive applications are Windows Live Mail, Apple Mail, Mozilla Thunderbird, and Outlook Express.

Troubleshoot with Manual Solution

You will get the some warning notification during migration process of MSG File to EML.

1. Which show file may become unusable. So, this the trouble user may face with manual procedure.

2. In addition,user can’t open the MSG file that has Attachments or images.

3. Still, user can open there MSG file in Thunderbird only.

NOTE:- Therefore, it is recommended to use Best MSG to EML converter that allows to batch save Outlook MSG to EML files format. The tool is designed for Windows users and is fully workable with all Windows editions including Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, XP, Vista etc.

 

Method 1: save MSG file to EML when Outlook and Thunderbird both are Installed in System

1. Drag and drop the MSG file to Outlook >> tap on Save As >> provide the location where you want to save that file.
2. In the Save As type, select the TXT file format and tap on Save.
3. Right tap on saved txt file and change the extension from txt to eml
4. Now during this rename process the TXT file with changed extension i.e. EML, user I’ll see the below warning prompt.(If you change a file name extension, the file might become unusable. Are you sure you want to change it)
5. Tap on yes and it will save your TXT file as EML file.

Now to open the converted EML file, go to the location where you’ve saved the file. Right tap on the .eml file, tap on Open with and select Thunderbird email application.

Method 2: Import MSG file to EML Without Outlook Installation.

1. Right tap on MSG file >> select the option Rename.
2. Change the file extension from MSG to EML. It will create a new EML file in user  system.
3. Right tap on newly created EML file >> select Open with >> and Choose Thunderbird Now you can see the EML files in Mozilla Thunderbird.

Method 3: MSG to EML Converter Tool

It is not easy for the users to save Outlook MSG files to EML format. If user trying to use this manually or free of cost, then they may face some trouble like Data Loss, internal formatting loss, or loss of attachment files. That’s professional always recommended to use a third-party automatic Best MSG to EML Converter.  

Some important features of this tool is listed below.

1. Precise migration of multiple MSG files to EML in bulk
2. Installation of MS Outlook is not required for Conversion
3. Basic Knowledge of system is required only
4. No limitation of MSG file size – Migrate Unlimited MSG File to EML
5. Offers file naming options to save resultant data
6. Easy to access by all type of users

Know More about this tool by download its free trial version from here:MSG to EML Converter