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This is The Outlook PST File Location in Windows 11
You can find PST file manually or using Outlook settings
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Updated onJuly 3, 2024
updated onJuly 3, 2024
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Microsoft Outlook uses PST files for storing user information, and sometimes, you need to access the file location of Outlook PST file on Windows 11 to fix specific issues.
File corruption can affect the PST file and cause the loss of information, so today we’re going to show you how to properly access this file so you can easily back it up or repair it.
How do I locate the Outlook PST file in Windows 11?
1. Use the Run dialog
In addition, you should also do the following:
This is the default location for the PST file, so be sure to check it out. Keep in mind that your file can be located on either of those paths. Many reported thatPST cannot be found, but we covered this issue in a separate guide.
2. Use Outlook account settings
How do I change the location of my PST file in Outlook?
This is an advanced method to change PST file location, so be sure to try it. Make sure to use it only if you’re an experienced user.
Keep in mind that this method won’t change the file’s location, but it will point to the file at a new location. This method also works as a backup for Outlook PST file, so be sure to try it.
Finding the PST file location in Windows 11 is important since it allows you to recreate or back up your data and fix issues such as thePST file is not validor theOutlook data file cannot be accessed.
While Outlook uses PST files, many are wondering how toimport mbox file to Outlook, and we have a special guide that can help you with that.
Did we miss your preferred method of finding the Outlook PST file? If so, let us know in the comments section below.
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Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
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