MAPIMAIL File Extension

What is MAPIMAIL file?

Full format name of files that use MAPIMAIL extension is Send To Mail Recipient. Files with MAPIMAIL extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with MAPIMAIL extension are categorized as System Files files. The System Files subset comprises 323 various file formats. Users are advised to use Microsoft Windows software for managing MAPIMAIL files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Microsoft Windows was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and MAPIMAIL files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support MAPIMAIL file extension

The following listing features MAPIMAIL-compatible programs. Files with MAPIMAIL suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with MAPIMAIL extension?

Being unable to open files with MAPIMAIL extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with MAPIMAIL extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with MAPIMAIL files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Windows

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports MAPIMAIL files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Windows or different compatible program, such as Microsoft Windows 7. 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 Windows installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Windows to the latest version

If the problems with opening MAPIMAIL files still occur even after installing Microsoft Windows, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Windows is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Microsoft Windows installed, it may not support MAPIMAIL format. The most recent version of Microsoft Windows is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Windows to MAPIMAIL files

After installing Microsoft Windows (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open MAPIMAIL files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

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

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the MAPIMAIL file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Microsoft Windows and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with MAPIMAIL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the MAPIMAIL for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the MAPIMAIL file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the MAPIMAIL in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the MAPIMAIL is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. MAPIMAIL file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the MAPIMAIL file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with MAPIMAIL extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Send To Mail Recipient file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Windows

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support MAPIMAIL files. Close all running programs and try opening the MAPIMAIL 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 Send To Mail Recipient files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with MAPIMAIL files affecting older versions of given software.

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