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Rather than sending the entire PST file, they convert PST file to MSG format. Multiple ways exist for converting PST file to MSG format. In this blog post, we will discuss all methods, both manual and professional, using <strong>MacSonik <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/pst\/converter\/\"><strong>PST to MSG Converter<\/strong><\/a>. The professional tool is useful for those who want reliable, error-free, and quick results.<\/p>\n<div class=\"row justify-content-center ms_btn_sec my-3\">\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n<ul id=\"myTab\" class=\"nav nav-tabs justify-content-center mb-3\" role=\"tablist\">\n<li class=\"nav-item\"><a id=\"mac-tab\" class=\"nav-link px-4 rounded-0 text-dark active\" role=\"tab\" href=\"#mac\" data-toggle=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"mac\" aria-selected=\"true\"><i class=\"icon-apple\"><\/i> Mac<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"nav-item\"><a id=\"windows-tab\" class=\"nav-link px-4 rounded-0 text-dark\" role=\"tab\" href=\"#windows\" data-toggle=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"windows\" aria-selected=\"false\"><i class=\"icon-windows\"><\/i> Windows<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"myTabContent\" class=\"tab-content text-center\">\n<div id=\"mac\" class=\"tab-pane fade show active\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"mac-tab\"><a class=\"btn btn-download mr-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/dl\/Macsonik-pst-converter-tool.dmg\"><i class=\"icon-download-1\"><\/i> Download Now<\/a><a class=\"btn btn-buy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/pst\/converter\/buy.php\"><i class=\"icon-basket\"><\/i> Purchase Now<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"windows\" class=\"tab-pane fade\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"windows-tab\"><a class=\"btn btn-download mr-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/dl\/Macsonik-pst-converter-tool-windows.exe\"><i class=\"icon-download-1\"><\/i> Download Now<\/a><a class=\"btn btn-buy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/pst\/converter\/buy.php\"><i class=\"icon-basket\"><\/i> Purchase Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FAFDFF, #DDF2FF); border-left: 5px solid #1E4258; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 25px; margin: 15px 0; box-shadow: 0 4px 14px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.08); transition: all 0.3s ease; font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, Geneva, Verdana, sans-serif; color: #2a2a2a;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\"><strong> User-Query:<\/strong><br \/>&#8220;I have a PST file that\u2019s a few hundred emails long, and I need to give my lawyer each email as an individual MSG. Outlook won\u2019t let me export directly to MSG. I need the simplest way to separate the PST into individual MSG emails, so that I don&#8217;t lose any metadata or attachments.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/convert-pst-file-to-msg\/#Motive_to_Convert_PST_into_MSG\" >Motive to Convert PST into MSG\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/convert-pst-file-to-msg\/#Various_Approaches_to_Convert_PST_File_to_MSG_Format\" >Various Approaches to Convert PST File to MSG Format<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/convert-pst-file-to-msg\/#Manually_Convert_Outlook_PST_to_MSG\" >Manually Convert Outlook PST to MSG\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/convert-pst-file-to-msg\/#Top-Notch_Solution_to_Convert_PST_File_to_MSG\" >Top-Notch Solution to Convert PST File to MSG\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/convert-pst-file-to-msg\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/convert-pst-file-to-msg\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Motive_to_Convert_PST_into_MSG\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motive to Convert PST into MSG\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The primary motive to convert your PST files to MSG is to open specific emails from a PST file. Below, we have highlighted several motives to do this conversion:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To save only the selected emails from a PST file, users convert PST file into individual MSG files.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organizations convert PST files to MSG files to preserve authentic email information. This is useful during legal review and audits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Converting PST messages to MSG, users can forward only important emails from the entire mailbox.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For simplified archiving, PST to MSG conversion ensures long-term storage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Export PST emails to MSG format to sort them group-wise for better management.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Various_Approaches_to_Convert_PST_File_to_MSG_Format\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Various Approaches to Convert PST File to MSG Format<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this section, we will explain two methods. The first method is a manual approach that uses the drag-and-drop method. The second method is an automated approach that simplifies the entire process and offers fast results.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manually_Convert_Outlook_PST_to_MSG\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manually Convert Outlook PST to MSG\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a simple way to convert Outlook PST emails to MSG format. This method is useful for beginners and non-technical users.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the step-by-step process:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open the <\/span><b>MS Outlook<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> application.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, go to <\/span><b>File<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &gt; <\/span><b>Open &amp; Export <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&gt; <\/span><b>Import\/Export.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, choose <\/span><b>Outlook Data File (.pst)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and select the folder containing the PST file.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After that, select the desired emails from the folder.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, <\/span><b>drag and drop<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the selected emails into a local folder.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These emails will be saved as a <\/span><b>.msg<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> file.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Limitations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dragging and dropping a large volume of emails might freeze the Outlook application. Moreover, dragging multiple folders may increase the chance of data loss. Users have to manually adjust the folder hierarchy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> To access a PST file in any text editor, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/convert-pst-to-txt\/\"><b>convert PST to TXT<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top-Notch_Solution_to_Convert_PST_File_to_MSG\"><\/span><b>Top-Notch Solution to Convert PST File to MSG\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>MacSonik PST to MSG Converter<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a dependable solution to efficiently convert PST to the MSG file format. It delivers rapid, bulk conversion of PST file emails across multiple output formats. Also, it transforms the Outlook PST file directly to popular email clients. To switch to Apple ecosystem, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/import-pst-file-to-icloud\/\"><b>import PST to iCloud<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Throughout the process, it maintains the original folder hierarchy and ensures data integrity. Moreover, the functionalities it offers make it useful for both individuals and enterprises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple and quick steps to export PST to MSG:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download and execute the <\/span><b>MacSonik PST to MSG Converter<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on your system.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, pick the <\/span><b>Single File<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> option and tap <\/span><b>Next<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to proceed further.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After that, click on <\/span><b>Select Files<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, locate the desired PST file, and <\/span><b>Open<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, select the files or folders to convert and <\/span><b>preview<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> them. Click <\/span><b>Next<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to continue.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the list of <\/span><b>File Formats<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, choose <\/span><b>MSG<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as the saving format.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, use additional filters to customize the conversion process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, click <\/span><b>Convert<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to complete the process.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PST to MSG conversion is important for accessing selected emails from the PST file. Above, we have outlined two effective approaches to convert PST file to MSG online efficiently. Manual conversion is available, but it is not ideal for batch conversions. In contrast, a professional <\/span><b>MacSonik PST to MSG Converter<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an ideal choice for advanced conversions. Due to its smart features, it is helpful for both individuals and business users. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"faq_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763728859089\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. What should I do if the PST file is corrupted and won&#8217;t convert?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> First, repair the corrupted PST file using ScanPST or a PST repair tool. After repairing, convert the restored PST into MSG using either a manual method or use <strong>MacSonik PST to MSG Converter<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763728917506\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. Why would someone convert PST files to MSG format?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> MSG files are easier to manage individually, support selective sharing, help with legal discovery, and more.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction: When facing litigation or legal inquiry, businesses are often asked to provide specific emails for review. 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