How do I repair corrupt Outlook OST files?
To repair corrupt Outlook OST files, follow these steps:
1. Use the Inbox Repair Tool (ScanOST.exe or ScanPST.exe):
Microsoft provides built-in tools to repair OST files. Locate the tool on your system, usually under the Office installation directory, and follow the prompts to scan and fix errors in your OST file.
2. Recreate the OST File:
If the repair tool doesn’t work, you can recreate the OST file. To do this:
• Close Outlook.
• Navigate to the OST file location (default path: C:\Users[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Outlook).
• Delete the corrupt file.
• Restart Outlook; it will automatically generate a new OST file by syncing with the server.
1. Use Third-Party Software:
If the file is severely damaged, consider using professional tools designed to repair corrupt Outlook OST files. Tools like vSoftware’s OST recovery solution can recover emails, contacts, and other data without risking further corruption.
2. Check for System Issues:
Corruption can also result from system crashes or bad sectors on your drive. Run a disk check and ensure your system is stable.
Regular backups and proper Outlook shutdowns can help prevent issues with OST files.
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Rahel Tewelde
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Abhinav Anand commented
The OST Recovery is a tool that helps recover data from damaged OST files. It allows users to restore all mailbox data from Outlook Offline data files (.ost). You can try the free demo version of the tool to see how it works.
Follow these steps to repair corrupt OST files:
1. Download, install, and open OST Recovery.
2. Click "Open" to browse and select the OST files from your system.
3. Choose the recovery mode and view the details of the OST file.
3. The software will scan the OST file and show all the recovered data.
4. Select the folders you want to restore and click "Save."
5. Choose the saving format (like PST) and click "OK."
6. Finally, your OST file data will be restored successfully.To know more: https://www.arysontechnologies.com/ost-recovery.html
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Sanchit Tandon commented
Honestly, dealing with corrupt OST files can be a real headache. The basic manual fix is to use Outlook's ScanOST tool or just delete the file and let Outlook rebuild it - but fair warning, that's kind of like using duct tape on a leaky pipe. You might lose some important emails or attachments in the process.
If you want a proper solution that won't give you more gray hairs, our DRS OST Recovery Tool is what most IT folks recommend. It's saved my bacon a few times—it pulls back everything from busted OST files (even huge ones) with all your emails, contacts, and calendar entries intact. Best part? You don't even need Outlook installed to make it work, and the whole process takes about three clicks. It might be worth checking out before you try the manual route.
For more : https://www.drssoftech.com/ost-recovery/
