How to Export Contacts from Outlook 2010

Exporting contacts from Microsoft Outlook 2010 is a straightforward process that allows you to save your contact list in a file format of your choice. In this tutorial, we will explore the steps to export contacts from Outlook 2010 to Excel.

To begin, open Microsoft Outlook 2010 and click on the 'File' menu at the top left corner of the screen. This will display a drop-down menu with various options. Click on 'Open & Export' and then select 'Import/Export'.

In the Import/Export wizard, select 'Export to a file' and click 'Next'. You will be prompted to choose an export format. For this example, we will select 'Comma Separated Values (CSV)'.

Next, you will need to specify the folder containing your contacts. Under your Outlook account name, select the 'Contacts' folder. This is an important step, especially when using a friend's computer.

Click on 'Options' and then select 'Advanced'. Here, you can customize your export settings. For example, you can choose to export only specific fields or exclude certain contacts.

Once you have customized your export settings, click 'OK' and then 'Next'. You will be prompted to save the file. Enter a name for the file, such as 'My Contacts', and select the location where you want to save it. Click 'Browse' to navigate to the desired location and tap 'Next'.

Finally, review your export settings and click 'Finish' to start the export process. Once complete, you will have an Excel file called 'My Contacts' in your computer.

In conclusion, exporting contacts from Outlook 2010 to Excel is a simple process that allows you to save your contact list in a file format of your choice. By following these steps, you can easily export your contacts and import them into other applications or databases.

How to export contacts from outlook 2010