Import MSG File to Thunderbird Manually

This manual solution lets users import an MSG file to Thunderbird through EML format. Follow the steps below:

1. Then, Right-click on the MSG file you wish to convert. Choose Rename. Rename option.
2. Then Switch the Extension to MSG and change it to EML. A new EML file will be created.
3. Then Right-click on your Newly Created EML File and choose an "Open in Thunderbird option.
4. In addition, you can Access EML Files within the Thunderbird application.

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Limitations of Manual Solution

This manual solution lets users import MSG files into Thunderbird However; there are a variety of issues all users have to face. A few of these are as follows:

• The steps above can be time-consuming and increase the risk of corruption in the email file.
• If you follow the above method, users won't be able to access MSG files that contain attachments.
• Users are required to transform and then open MSG files several times.
• If a warning pop-up is displayed, users can no longer be able to browse MSG files.

If you want to conquer the challenges mentioned above, then you should choose the right solution. In the next section, we'll show you how to import MSG files into Thunderbird using the best method.

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