How to import Information from a File in Outlook 2016

Description: This article will show how to import a previously exported Outlook Data File (.pst) into Outlook 2016.

  1. Open Outlook and choose File.
    Outlook, File
  2. Choose Open & Export then choose Import / Export.
    Open and Export, Import and Export
  3. Select Import from another program or file then choose Next.
    Import from another Program
  4. Select Outlook Data File (.pst) then choose Next.
    Outlook Data File PST
  5. Choose a location and file name by selecting Browse.
  6. Determine how duplicates should be handled - unless you have a preference, it is recommended to choose Do not import duplicates, and then select Next to finish the import.
    File to Import

For information on how to export a file like this from Outlook 2016, see this article.

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