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OFT to MSG Converter for Java Applications

Intuitive Java API to convert email files between formats. OFT to MSG conversion code sample and its integration with Java projects.

Convert OFT to MSG 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 OFT Files to MSG Format

OFT files are Microsoft Outlook email template files that store the layout and design of an email message, including formatting, images, and text. Converting OFT files to MSG format preserves Outlook-specific features like email properties, formatting, and attachments, ensuring the original look and functionality of the template. Additionally, MSG files can serve as a backup of the email template, enabling easy retrieval and reuse of the content for further editing, sharing, or archiving.

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 OFT files to MSG format, the library offers the MapiMessage class which is used to load and manipulate an email message stored in MSG format. The SaveOptions class provides options for saving email messages. In the code sample below, these classes work together to load and save the message file in the desired format. For more information about the API high code features, please visit our reference resources .

Steps to Convert OFT to MSG via Java

Java programmers can easily convert OFT file to MSG in just a few lines of code.

  1. Load the OFT file using the MapiMessage.load method, specifying the file path of the OFT file.
  2. Save the loaded message as an MSG file using the save method on the oft object, specifying the output file path for the MSG file and using SaveOptions.getDefaultMsgUnicode() 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 OFT to MSG - Java

// Load the Oft file
MapiMessage oft = MapiMessage.load(oftFilePath);
// Save the message as MSG file
oft.save(msgOutputPath, SaveOptions.getDefaultMsgUnicode());
 

What is OFT File Format?

Files with .OFT extension represent message template files that are created using Microsoft Outlook. The pre-formatted layout set for message templates is then used for sending out emails with common information to save time. Such files can be generated by creating a new email, adding necessary information and then using the Save As Office Template (*.oft) dropdown from Microsoft Outlook.

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.

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.
  • OFT to MSG Conversion Live Demos

    Other Supported Conversions

    You can also convert OFT into many other file formats including few listed below.

    OFT TO EML (Outlook Email Messages)
    OFT TO EMLX (Apple EMLX Format)
    OFT TO HTML (Hyper Text Markup Language)
    OFT TO ICS (iCalendar)
    OFT TO MBOX (Electronic Mail Messages)
    OFT TO MHTML (Web Page Archive Format)
    OFT TO OST (Offline Storage Files)
    OFT TO PST (Outlook Personal Storage Files)
    OFT TO VCF (Virtual Card Format)