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Outlook: How to add a personal folder file?

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Managing your emails efficiently in Outlook can greatly enhance your productivity and organizational skills. One effective way to keep your inbox tidy is by adding a personal folder file (.pst), which allows you to store and organize emails separately from your main mailbox. This article will guide you through the process of creating and adding a .pst file to your Outlook, helping you streamline your email management and keep important correspondence readily accessible.

  • Click the "File" in the upper-left corner of the screen.
  • Select "Info" >> "Account Settings", then click "Account Settings…" again.
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  • Click the "Data Files" tab.
  • Click "Add".
  • Either browse to an existing PST file that you already have, or you can provide a file name to create a new Personal Folder.
  • Click "OK", then "Close".
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