.MSG File Type
File extension: MSG or .msg
Author of the .msg file extension: Microsoft Corporation
Category: Text files
Programs that use the .msg file type: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Outlook Express, Microsoft Entourage
Explanation of .msg file extensions:
The .msg file extension stands for message. These text files are messages that were created with a Microsoft messaging application. MSG files are compatible with programs that use Microsoft MAPI (Messaging Applications Programming Interface).
Typical problems associated with the .msg file extension:
One of the most common problems with .msg files is opening them. If you do not have a MAPI compatible program, you may not be able to view the contents of an .msg file.
Another common .msg problem occurs when the Windows registry contains invalid instructions or has had references to .msg files removed by spyware or other processes.
MSG files can become infected by computer viruses or become corrupt and unreadable.
Solutions/Recommendations:
Whenever you receive email messages regardless of the format, it’s important to scan for viruses using a good, up-to-date anti-virus application.
Try using a viewer such as MSGViewer opening .msg files.
Run a registry cleaner to resolve many common .msg errors.
Associated links:
MSGViewer - http://www.msgviewer.com/
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