Outlook Pst File - Location

Changing the PST file location is not as simple as dragging and dropping a file. Outlook maintains a registry or account settings link to the PST file. To move it correctly, one must use Outlook’s "Account Settings" > "Data Files" tab, close Outlook, move the file manually, and then re-attach it from its new location. A common mistake is attempting to move a PST while Outlook is open, resulting in file-locking errors or data corruption.

Select , then click Account Settings again from the dropdown menu. In the window that appears, click the Data Files tab. outlook pst file location

To avoid hunting for this folder in the future: Changing the PST file location is not as