EMAIL File Extension

What is EMAIL file?

Full format name of files that use EMAIL extension is Outlook Express Email Message. EMAIL files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. EMAIL file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Users are advised to use Microsoft Outlook Express software for managing EMAIL files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. Microsoft Outlook Express software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about EMAIL files or the Microsoft Outlook Express software program.

Programs which support EMAIL file extension

The following listing features EMAIL-compatible programs. EMAIL files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with EMAIL extension?

Problems with accessing EMAIL may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Outlook Express Email Message files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with EMAIL files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Outlook Express

Problems with opening and working with EMAIL files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with EMAIL files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Outlook Express or one to the listed programs: Windows Live Mail, Windows Mail. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Outlook Express installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Outlook Express and update if needed

If you already have Microsoft Outlook Express installed on your systems and EMAIL files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Microsoft Outlook Express cannot handle files with EMAIL may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Microsoft Outlook Express should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Outlook Express Email Message files with Microsoft Outlook Express

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate EMAIL files with latest version of Microsoft Outlook Express you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the EMAIL file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Outlook Express installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open EMAIL files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the EMAIL file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with EMAIL extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the EMAIL file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the EMAIL file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the EMAIL file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the EMAIL is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the EMAIL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. EMAIL file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the EMAIL file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the EMAIL file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with EMAIL extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft Outlook Express

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support EMAIL files. Close all running programs and try opening the EMAIL file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Outlook Express Email Message files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the EMAIL files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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