Batch converting .msg files to PDF

[jessica_8742]

I have hundreds of .msg files that have been dragged and dropped into a file folder on a Windows PC. Is there a way to mass convert these files keeping their same file name from the folder into PDFs? I have Adobe Pro. I know I can create a file folder in Outlook and drop the files there and then from there, I can use the Acrobat tab in Outlook and convert them to PDFs that way. The problem with this way is the file names do not save as what they were named in the original file folder. So I have no way of comparing if the converted PDF files match the files from the folder. And this way did not convert all of my messages. For some reason, does not convert all of the messages and the Status says 'Not an email message'. It therefore was not converted. And I have no way of seeing which ones were not converted, especially because the ones that were converted have a different file name than what they were labeled as in the original file folder.  It would be so easy if Adobe just had .msg as a supported format in their program, where you could create multiple PDF files and choose the destination folder and to keep the same file names, like you can when mass converting Word docs for example. Is there any solution for this?

[kimbirly_8638]

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[akagarg]

Hi @jessica_8742,

Thank you for reporting the issue. Can you please share some more information to let us get back to you with more accurate information?

1. Can you please share the steps to reproduce this issue at our end ? 
2. What is the name of .msg files? Is it same as Subject of mail? How you have saved these .msg files?
3.  Can you share the screenshot of the issue 'Not an email message'. and if possible the .msg file on which you are facing the issue.
4.  As you said, converted pdf have a different file name than what they were labeled as in the original file folder,
   What is the name of the new file, is it subject name or sender name?
   
5.  Acrobat and Outlook Version details.

Regards,

Akanksha Garg

Lead Software Engineer

[jessica_8742]

I have attached a screenshot of the files that need converting. I have also attached a screenshot of when I go into Adobe > Create > Create multiple PDF files > Add Files and the Outlook emails are not there as a supported file type to be able to convert.

[Kiran_Sharma0279]

Batch converting MSG files to PDF manually can be a tedious task, as most email clients do not offer a built-in option for bulk conversion. One method is to open each MSG file individually using Microsoft Outlook and then save or print it as a PDF. To do this, open the MSG file, click on File > Print, and select Microsoft Print to PDF as the printer. However, this manual approach is time-consuming, especially when dealing with multiple MSG files, and it does not guarantee that attachments will be properly preserved within the PDF output.

For a more efficient and reliable solution, the DRS Softech MSG Converter Tool is an ideal choice. This tool enables users to convert multiple MSG files to PDF in a single go while maintaining email properties, formatting, and attachments. It ensures that all embedded elements, including inline images and metadata, are preserved in the converted PDF files. The software also offers advanced features like email filtering, preview options, and selective conversion to help users customize the process as needed. With its intuitive interface and compatibility with all Windows versions, even non-technical users can perform batch MSG to PDF conversions effortlessly.

[nancy_85]

I will recommend to try TrustVare MSG to PDF Converter, it is a free, standalone tool to export MSG files to PDF without needing MS Outlook or Adobe Acrobat. It supports batch conversion, selective file filtering, and previews before export. The tool is Compatible with all Outlook editions, it ensures fast, lightweight performance without slowing your system. A licensed version is available for advanced users.

[hollis_7879]

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