Re: How to decrease size of PST file -- PCTECH

Subject: Re: [PCTECH] How to decrease size of PST file
From: Ken Sims <mr3111@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: Thu, 01 Apr 2004 21:45:49 -0800
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Hi -

I'm using OfficeXP and my PST file for Outlook is over 900 meg!! I've deleted several thousand messages in several inbox folders. I've also run the "compact now" feature in File/Data File Management/Settings but the size of the file has not decreased. Suggestions?

I've found that I can regain space by moving messages from one PST file to another, then back. I do a whole folder at a time. I don't know why this can regain space that "compact" doesn't; probably because it's Mickeysh*t software. Unfortunately at work I don't have any choice but to use it.

-- Ken http://www.ke9nr.net/ Opinions expressed are my own and do not necessarily represent the views of my employer or anyone in their right mind.

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