How do I add an archive folder to Outlook?

April 3rd, 2009 by Michael Nelson
  1. Open Outlook. Click Tools and then select Account Settings.
  2. Select the Data Files tab and click the Add button.
  3. Select Office Outlook Personal Folders File (.pst) and click OK.
  4. Navigate to:
    C:\Documents and Settings\YourEUID\Local Settings\Application Data\Microsoft\Outlook

    5. NOTICE:
    If you cannot see the Local Settings folder, you do not have the Show hidden files and folders option on. To turn it on, follow these steps:

    • Open My Computer and click Tools. From the Tools menu select Folder Options.
    • Click the View tab and select the bullet called Show hidden files and folders and click OK.
  5. Select the .pst file you need and close out of the dialog box. You should now see your archive listed in the Mail pane on the left.