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How to export Outlook contacts from Windows 7 to Windows 10
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Windows 7has beendiscontinued, and because of this, many users are now forced to either upgrade toWindows 10, or risk remaining with a now unsupported OS.
While companies and business owners can always opt for theWindows 7Extended Support for Business, this, too, is nothing more but a temporary measure.
Of course, moving to a new OS is not without any drawbacks since users may want to take some of their personal files or folders with them during the transition.
For example, many users wonder if moving their Outlook contacts from Windows 7 to Windows 10 is possible. While the short answer is yes, we’ve created this step-by-step guide to show you how it is done.
How do I export contacts from Windows 7 to Windows 10?
The first thing you need to understand is that if you are runningOutlookonWindows 7you are probably using an older version ofOutlook. Unfortunately, there is no way to migrate contacts directly from one client to another.
Fortunately enough, one workaround is exporting your entire contact list as a CSV file, and then importing it into theOutlookclient of yourWindows 10PC.
The advantage of this method is that regardless of the version ofOutlookyou are using, CSV files are universally supported, even by the web version. As such, this is how you exportOutlookcontacts fromWindows 7toWindows 10.
1. Export your Outlook contacts as a CSV file
Exporting contacts seems complicated? Check out the Outlook Business Contact Manager!
2. Import the CSV file in the new Outlook client
By following these steps, you can export your contacts from oneOutlookclient to another.
In case you wantimport Outlook contacts to iPhone, take a look at this quick guide.
Remember that this method is effective even between PCs with the same OS and can even be used as a backup plan for yourOutlookcontacts.
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Teodor Nechita
Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.
When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.
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