MSG to OST Converter for Java Applications
Intuitive Java API to convert email files between formats. MSG to OST conversion code sample and its integration with Java projects.
Aspose.Email for Java
Overview
Convert MSG to OST using Java API
Aspose.Email for Java provides an efficient and reliable solution for converting email files between various formats. It simplifies the process of email format conversion by providing a straightforward and efficient API. Try the concise and straightforward code sample that demonstrates the ease and efficiency of the email format conversion process. The code represents classes and methods for creating objects and manipulating them enabling developers to handle email data with ease and precision and achieve reliable and accurate results.
With the Java API, you don’t have to worry about complex algorithms or tedious manual work, saving time and effort for more important tasks to take your email processing applications to the next level.
How to Install Aspose.Email for Java Library
To start utilizing the capabilities of the powerful and feature-rich Java API is easy with one of the following actions:
download its latest version from Maven
install it within your Maven-based project by adding the following configurations to the pom.xml.
<repository>
<id>AsposeJavaAPI</id>
<name>Aspose Java API</name>
<url>https://repository.aspose.com/repo/</url>
</repository>
<dependency>
<groupId>com.aspose</groupId>
<artifactId>aspose-email</artifactId>
<version>version of aspose-email API</version>
<classifier>jdk17</classifier>
</dependency>
In case of difficulties or questions regarding the installation process of the API, please visit the Installation section of our documentation .
How to Convert MSG Files to OST Format
Converting MSG files to OST format programmatically enables offline backup and synchronization of email data in Microsoft Outlook. This allows users to access their messages and folders across multiple devices seamlessly, even when offline. Developers can efficiently archive and synchronize email content, enhancing data accessibility and user experience.
Aspose.Email for Java is a powerful API that provides comprehensive functionality for working with email messages, contacts, calendars, and tasks in Java applications. To convert MSG files to OST format, the library offers the PersonalStorage class which is used to open an OST (Outlook Offline Storage Table) file, allowing access to its content and structure. The MapiMessage class is used to load and manipulate an email message stored in MSG format. The FolderInfo class, representing a folder within the OST file, makes it possible to manipulate its content. In the code sample below, these classes enable developers to manage email messages within OST files programmatically, allowing for tasks such as loading, saving, and manipulating email content in Outlook storage tables. For more information about the API high code features, please visit our reference resources .
Steps to Convert MSG to OST via Java
Java programmers can easily convert MSG file to OST in just a few lines of code.
- Open the OST file using PersonalStorage.fromFile() method by providing the OST file path as a parameter.
- Load the MSG file using MapiMessage.load method with the MSG file path as a parameter.
- Access the ‘Inbox’ folder in the OST file by getting the subfolder named ‘Inbox’ from the root folder using getSubFolder() method.
- Add the loaded MSG file to the ‘Inbox’ folder in the OST file by calling addMessage() method on the ‘Inbox’ FolderInfo and passing the MapiMessage instance as a parameter.
System Requirements
Before running the Java conversion code, make sure that you have the following prerequisites.
- Microsoft Windows or a compatible OS with Java Runtime Environment for JSP/JSF Application and Desktop Applications.
- Get latest version of Aspose.Email for Java directly from Maven .
Convert MSG to OST - Java
// Open the OST file
PersonalStorage ost = PersonalStorage.fromFile(ostFilePath);
// Load the MSG file
MapiMessage msg = MapiMessage.load(msgFilePath);
// Add the MSG to the Inbox folder in the OST file
FolderInfo folderInfo = ost.getRootFolder().getSubFolder("Inbox");
folderInfo.addMessage(msg);
What is MSG File Format?
MSG is a file format used by Microsoft Outlook to store emails, contacts, calendar items, tasks, and other information. An MSG file contains all the components of an email, including the message body, attachments, sender and recipient information, subject, date, and other metadata. This format allows users to save individual email messages or entire folders in a single file for easy storage and sharing. MSG files can be opened and viewed by Microsoft Outlook and some other email clients, but may not be compatible with all email programs.
What is OST File Format?
OST (Offline Storage Table) file format is a file that stores a copy of mailbox items from an Exchange server, allowing users to access their mailbox data even when they are offline. OST files are synchronized with the Exchange server when a connection is established, ensuring that any changes made offline are updated on the server as well. OST files are used by Microsoft Outlook for email, contacts, calendars, tasks, and other mailbox items in an Exchange environment.
File Format Conversions supported by Aspose.Email for Java
Aspose.Email for Java offers an extensive set of file format conversions designed to seamlessly handle emails, contacts, calendars, attachments. It empowers developers to effortlessly manipulate and transform data to meet the diverse needs of their applications. Implementing file format conversions in email applications facilitates their interoperability and elevates efficiency. Overall, the library supports conversion from EML , EMLX , ICS , MBOX , MHTML , MSG , OFT , OLM , OST , PST , VCF to other formats elevating user experience.MSG to OST Conversion Live Demos
Other Supported Conversions
You can also convert MSG into many other file formats including few listed below.