Importing Outlook OST or Archive on Mac

Summary

Explains how to import Outlook data on a Mac by selecting the .olm archive file through the File menu’s Import option and waiting for items to load into the On My Computer section.

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How do I import my Outlook data files on a mac? 

Importing Outlook OST or Archive on Mac

  1. With Microsoft Outlook open choose File
  2. Choose Export from the menu bar
  3. Navigate to the location of your Outlook for Mac Archive.olm file then click Import
  4. Once your mail items have been imported, they will be available at the bottom of the left-hand column in Microsoft Outlook under the On My Computer section.

If you have a significant amount of email or calendar events, this import can take upwards of ten minutes. You will be unable to use Outlook during the import. Please do not interrupt the process.

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Article ID: 285
Created
Wed 3/2/22 6:10 PM
Modified
Sat 3/28/26 9:02 AM