PST to EMLX Converter for Java Applications
Intuitive Java API to convert email files between formats. PST to EMLX conversion code sample and its integration with Java projects.
Aspose.Email for Java
Overview
Convert PST to EMLX 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 PST Files to EMLX Format
Converting PST (Personal Storage Table) files to EMLX format using Aspose.Email for Java provides a robust and efficient solution for working with email data. The intuitive API offered by Aspose.Email enables developers to seamlessly process PST files, extract email messages, and convert them into EMLX format with ease. This conversion process ensures that the original email structure, attachments, and metadata are preserved, maintaining the integrity of the email content throughout the transformation. By utilizing Aspose.Email’s dependable conversion tools, developers can effortlessly incorporate PST to EMLX conversion functionality into their Java applications.
To convert PST files to EMLX format, the library offers the PersonalStorage class which is used to represent a PST file. It provides methods to access and manipulate the data stored within the PST file. The FolderInfo class represents a folder within the PST file. It provides methods to access the contents of the folder. The MessageInfoCollection class, also used in the code sample below, stores a collection of MessageInfo objects, which represent email messages within a folder. With the MessageInfo class, representing an individual email message within a folder, you can access details of each email message within a folder. The MapiMessage class provides developers with a comprehensive set of functionalities to work with email messages programmatically, enabling them to efficiently manage, manipulate, and interact with email data within their Java applications. The SaveOptions class provides options for saving email messages in different formats. The code sample below demonstrates the use of these classes in extracting email messages, converting them from PST to EMLX format, and saving them to the specified destination folder. For more information about the API high code features, please visit our reference resources .
Steps to Convert PST to EMLX via Java
Java programmers can easily convert PST file to EMLX in just a few lines of code.
- Load the PST file “Outlook.pst” with the PersonalStorage.fromFile method.
- Access the Inbox folder within the PST file using getPredefinedFolder .
- Retrieve all email messages in the Inbox folder and store them in a MessageInfoCollection object by calling getContents method.
- Iterate through each email message in the collection.
- Extract the content and metadata of each email message using extractMessage method.
- Create the MapiMessage object to encapsulate the message content.
- Save the email message in EMLX format by calling the save method of the MapiMessage class specifying saving options for the new file.
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 PST to EMLX - Java
PersonalStorage pst = PersonalStorage.fromFile("Outlook.pst");
FolderInfo folderInfo = pst.getPredefinedFolder(StandardIpmFolder.Inbox);
MessageInfoCollection miCol = folderInfo.getContents();
for (int i=0;i < miCol.size(); i++){
MessageInfo msgInfo = (MessageInfo)miCol.get(i);
MapiMessage mapi = pst.extractMessage(msgInfo);
mapi.save("DestFolder\\" + i + ".emlx", SaveOptions.createSaveOptions(MailMessageSaveType.EmlxFormat));
}
What is PST File Format?
PST (Personal Storage Table) is a file format used by Microsoft Outlook to store email messages, contacts, calendars, tasks, and other mailbox items. PST files function as a data storage container that allows users to access and manage their email data within Outlook. These files can be created and saved locally on a user’s computer or stored on a network server. PST files are commonly used for backing up email data, archiving old messages, and migrating email data between different computers or email clients. Additionally, PST files can be password-protected to enhance data security and privacy.
What is EMLX File Format?
EMLX is a file format used by Apple Mail. It is a proprietary file format used to store individual email messages on macOS and Mac OS X operating systems. Each EMLX file represents a single email message and typically contains the email’s content, attachments, headers, and metadata. They are usually stored in a nested directory structure on the user’s computer, with each email message saved as a separate file. The EMLX format allows Apple Mail to efficiently manage and store email messages while providing easy access to individual messages for users.
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.PST to EMLX Conversion Live Demos
Other Supported Conversions
You can also convert PST into many other file formats including few listed below.