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.msg & .oft Reader Support

Need help with the app? Learn more about the app or browse our support documentation below.

About the App

.msg & .oft Reader is a native macOS app that lets you open and view Microsoft Outlook .msg and .oft email files without needing Outlook installed. It renders emails with full HTML formatting, inline images, and attachment support.

Getting Started

  1. Download .msg & .oft Reader from the Mac App Store
  2. Double-click any .msg or .oft file to open it
  3. Or drag and drop files onto the app icon
  4. Use Quick Look (press Space in Finder) to preview files without opening the app

Features

Opening Files

  • Double-click: .msg and .oft files open directly in the app
  • Drag & Drop: Drop files onto the app icon or window
  • Quick Look: Press Space in Finder to preview email files
  • File menu: Use File → Open to browse for files

Email Rendering

  • HTML emails: Full rich HTML rendering with styles and formatting
  • Inline images: Embedded images display correctly within the email
  • Plain text: Plain text emails are displayed cleanly
  • Headers: View sender, recipients, subject, and date information

Attachments

  • Preview: Quick Look attachments directly from the app
  • Save: Save individual attachments or all at once
  • Share: Use the share menu to send attachments to other apps

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What file formats are supported?

A: The app supports .msg files (Outlook email messages) and .oft files (Outlook email templates). Both are Microsoft Outlook proprietary formats.

Q: Do I need Microsoft Outlook installed?

A: No. The app reads .msg and .oft files independently without any Microsoft software.

Q: Does the app access the internet?

A: No. The app is fully offline. It does not make any network requests or send any data.

Q: What macOS version is required?

A: macOS 14.0 (Sonoma) or later.

Q: Can I open multiple files at once?

A: Yes. You can open multiple .msg and .oft files simultaneously — each opens in its own window.

Troubleshooting

File won't open

Ensure the file has a .msg or .oft extension. If the file was renamed or has no extension, try adding .msg to the filename. If the file appears corrupted, try obtaining a fresh copy.

Email displays incorrectly

Some emails with very complex HTML or non-standard formatting may not render perfectly. If you encounter display issues, please contact us with a sample file (if possible) so we can improve compatibility.

Support Contact

For support inquiries, please contact us via our contact form or email [email protected].

Version Information

Current Version: 1.0.0

Requires: macOS 14.0 (Sonoma) or later