File extension .OLM
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Outlook For Mac Data Format | Microsoft | Data Files |
OLM (Outlook for MAC) Database File is a file extension used to store email messages, contacts, calendars, tasks, journals, and other Outlook for MAC data in the database format. It is primarily associated with Microsoft Outlook for MAC, part of the popular MS Office Suite for MAC. The OLM file extension is a proprietary file type developed based on Microsoft Exchange format and contains important information that is used to access the Outlook for MAC user data.
The OLM file cannot be opened directly since it is stored in a proprietary Outlook data format and can only be accessed by an installed version of Outlook for Mac. It functions in the same way as the PST file format used with Microsoft Office Outlook for Windows, but with some notable differences. The OLM format does not support HTML files or large attachments like PST files do, while the storage use efficiency of the OLM format is more efficient.
Related File Extensions
In addition to the OLM files, other related file extensions include .PST, .OST, .EMLX, .MSG, and others related to Outlook and Exchange.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .OLM) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .OLM extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .OLM file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .OLM extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .OLM extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .OLM file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .OLM file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .OLM file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .OLM file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .OLM file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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