diff --git a/How-do-I-Repair-Outlook-PST-File%3F.md b/How-do-I-Repair-Outlook-PST-File%3F.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..8eb3f74 --- /dev/null +++ b/How-do-I-Repair-Outlook-PST-File%3F.md @@ -0,0 +1,19 @@ +It will freeze while typing e-mails and looking through the inbox. The main reason why your Outlook not responding when sending email is that your data file has been corrupted. You can use the steps to repair by using ScanPST.exe (It’s the built-in Inbox Repair Tool). To start Outlook in safe mode, click on its icon holding the Ctrl key, or enter outlook.exe /safe in the Run dialog box. You'll see a message asking you to confirm that you really want to start Outlook in Safe mode, click Yes. + +How to Close Unresponsive Outlook on WindowsOpen Task Manager: Right-click on the taskbar and select "Task Manager" or use the Ctrl+Shift+Esc shortcut.Locate Outlook Process: In the Processes tab, find the "Outlook" process.End the Task: Right-click on the "Outlook" process and select "End Task."More items... + +While Outlook’s built-in Inbox Repair tool (ScanPST.exe) can handle minor issues, it often falls short in cases of severe corruption or when dealing with orphaned OST files. In such situations, EdbMails OST to PST Converter provides a more comprehensive and reliable solution. To safeguard against data loss, maintaining regular backups of your OST files is highly recommended. EdbMails allows you to recover data from corrupted, damaged, or inaccessible OST files and supports direct import to Office 365 and live Exchange environments. It works seamlessly across all Windows and Outlook versions, preserving the original folder hierarchy and formatting throughout the recovery and migration process. To regain access to your data, repairing the corrupted OST file becomes essential. + +Use the classic Outlook for Windows connectivity troubleshooter to troubleshoot Outlook connectivity issues. Post questions, follow discussions and share your knowledge in the Outlook.com Community. Switch your alias to an Outlook.com or Hotmail.com account. + +If you want to fix PST files using this tool, make sure to have a proper backup of the Outlook PST before processing. You can use the Inbox Repair tool (SCANPST.EXE) to diagnose and repair errors in your Outlook data file. The Inbox Repair tool checks the Outlook data files on your computer to see if they're in good shape. If you can't start the Inbox Repair tool automatically or manually, you may try to repair your Office application. If you do not see the files in the default locations above, you can use Outlook to identify the file location. When you are online, Outlook synchronizes the data in the OST file with the steps to fix Outlook not opening Exchange Server, ensuring that you have the most up-to-date information. + +After reinstalling, now it freezes constantly, even when not in use. Roughly every 5 seconds, the window freezes, grays out, and gives a "not responding" message--just as before. But it happens constantly without me even doing anything in Outlook now. Originally, the freezing would only occur when I actually tried to do something. So, if I tried to open a message, search my inbox, write a new email, go to the calendar, etc., it would freeze up for about 5-10 seconds at a time. + +Follow these steps to let Outlook diagnose and fix errors in your Outlook mail profile that might be causing the issue. You can create a new Outlook Data File and drag the items in the Lost and Found folder into the new data file. After you've moved all the items, you can remove the Recovered Personal Folders (.pst) file, including the Lost and Found folder. To create a new Outlook Data File, go to Create an Outlook Data File. The steps to access the repair tool vary depending on your operating system. If you can't open Outlook, or Outlook disappears or crashes, one of your add-ins may be to blame or you may need to update Outlook. + +While Outlook has limited built-in options, they often fail when dealing with severely damaged or orphaned files. It enables you to recover data from damaged OST files and convert them into accessible PST format, preserving the original folder structure and formatting. ScanPST.exe is a useful tool that can help you repair and restore corrupt or damaged PST file. However, it may fail if the PST file is severely corrupt, oversized (larger than 2 GB), and/or encrypted. In such cases, you use an advanced Outlook PST repair tool, such as Stellar Repair for Outlook, to repair severely damaged and/or large PST file with complete integrity and precision. + +Newer Windows updates and builds like Windows 10/11 provide better compatibility with Outlook 2019 and Outlook 365. If your Outlook keeps freezing, despite all your effort, it’s time to bring in the professionals. If your internet is slow or spotty, Outlook might struggle to sync data. + +Click on the below button to download this utility and secure your data from any unforeseen situation. Ad blockers, privacy extensions, or script blockers can [steps to fix Outlook not opening](https://fixoutlookhelp.wordpress.com/2025/10/29/repair-outlook-ost-and-pst-files-2025-guide/) break Outlook Web. Temporarily disable browser extensions one by one and then reload Outlook Web to check if it works after disabling each extension. Corrupted cache files can prevent Outlook Web from loading. 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