Extract data from corrupted NK2 files that Outlook cannot read anymore When Outlook AutoComplete stopped working and even repair them so Outlook will be able to read them again.
Export all data stored in the NK2 file into a special Unicode text file in a structure similar to. You can open it any text editor you like, make the changes you need, and then convert it back into NK2 file that Outlook can use. Export the emails information stored inside NK2 file directly into the contacts of Outlook. Copy the selected NK2 records in tab-delimited format and then paste the information into Excel. Change the order of the records in the NK2 file, which also affects the order they appear in the drop-down.
You can also sort the list in alphabetical order of the Drop-Down display names. However, be aware that Outlook change the order again when the user send emails Command-Line Support: Write simple scripts that can add, remove, or modify records inside the NK2 file, without displaying any user interface. NK2Edit is a portable application that can be used from any computer with Windows operating system Starting from Windows without need of any installation process, and without making changes in the Registry.
If after the days of evaluation you decide to continue using it, you have to purchase a commercial license according to the number of workstations with Outlook that NK2Edit is needed for opening or editing their NK2 file. For more information about commercial licenses, click here Download links are on the bottom of this page Disclaimer The software is provided "AS IS" without any warranty, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
The author will not be liable for any special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages due to loss of data or any other reason. After many requests from users, I added some limited editing features that allowed the users to remove and add records into the NK2 file. Simply download the zip file of NK2Edit, extract the files into any folder you like, and run the executable file NK2Edit. You can also put the files of NK2Edit in a shared network drive, and run it from any workstation in your company.
NK2Edit doesn't write anything to the Registry or other places, so deleting the files is enough for removing NK2Edit completely from your system. The installer of NK2Edit automatically add a new group to the start menu of Windows and it also add a new entry to the uninstall list of Windows, so you'll be able to easily uninstall NK2Edit if it's needed. If you use the bit version of Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Outlook , you must download and use the x64 of NK2Edit in order to use the above 2 features.
In all other cases, you should use the bit version of NK2Edit. Be aware that if you have bit Windows installation, but the installation of MS-Outlook is bit, you must use the bit version of NK2Edit in order to use the above 2 features. Backups of NK2 file: When you make changes in your NK2 files, it's always important to keep a backup of the original NK2 file, so if something goes wrong and the modified NK2 doesn't work properly, you'll be able to restore the original one.
You can disable the automatic backup by unchecking the 'Automatically Backup On First Save' in the Options, although it's recommended to keep this options enabled. In addition to the automatic backup of the first save, NK2Edit also allows you to create a backup when you think it's important. When you edit your NK2 files, you should keep the number of records below these limits, or alternatively, change the maximum records limit in the Registry.
NK2 file. Version 3. Starting from this version, it replaces the specified string in all fields. To delete the AutoComplete list in Outlook and Outlook , you must manually delete the. To delete the. On the View tab, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives. In the Run dialog box, type the following command including the quotation marks , and then select OK :. Right-click the. NK2 file that has name of the profile that you want to reset, and then select Rename.
This section describes known issues that can occur with the AutoComplete cache. The AutoComplete cache can become corrupted over time and may not save new entries. If this happens, you can try to remove individual entries from the list.
To do this, see the How to remove AutoComplete list entries one at a time section. If that doesn't resolve the issue, the whole AutoComplete list can be reset. To do this, see the section titled "How to clear the whole AutoComplete list. Because this configuration is untested, we don't recommend it. If you have a larger AutoComplete list, you could also lose a larger number of cached entries if your AutoComplete cache becomes unusable because of corruption. Given this disclaimer, you can use the following registry data to increase the AutoComplete list limit in Outlook.
This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems might occur if you modify the registry incorrectly.
Version 1. There is a limit of names on the autocomplete cache in Outlook. The limit can be raised in Outlook by use of a registry setting. Note: this value will not exist by default and is only needed if you want to change the limit. The following registry files will change the registry key to entries.
Download the file for your version of Outlook and double click to run. Outlook Outlook Outlook She also created video training CDs and online training classes for Microsoft Outlook. I found the info in this article about the autocomplete cache from Outlook applicable to Version in the section about Outlook or Newer very helpful in moving a family member from one computer to a new one.
Thank you!! Hi Diane, Great article, really useful. Hi Diane, I know you're an Outlook mastermind, but not sure if this extends into Excel! I have code that pulls the "Contacts" list, but I'm trying to do the same with the Auto-complete. To do so, the code needs to know the "name" of the list. For example, "Contacts", "Global Address List", etc You can't use VBA I don;t think redemption can read it either, but will check to access the autocomplete list - but nirsoft.
Thanks for the prompt reply! I was hoping to avoid external programs, as I'm building this for my company. Greatly appreciate your response! Many thanks! The oldest addresses are removed. Outlook orders the address by recently used - so old addresses you haven't used should be removed.
I was hoping to add the contact directly to the Contacts address book. I can only see this person when I click on To: and search the displayed list. He never actually shows up in my People address book. How do I fix this? I thought I might import the autocomplete list, but it appears to also include my address book contacts.
When you save a contact by right-clicking on the address and choosing Add to Contacts, it is added to the default contacts folder. That is why you see it when you click on To. I just tried the NK2Edit tool.
Marvellous piece of software! My AutoComplete cache disappeared. This allowed me to recreate it from my sent items. The file is small and can be placed on a removable media such as a USB memory stick. Mail appears in different Control Panel locations depending on the version of the Microsoft Windows operating system, the Control Panel view selected, and whether a or bit operating system or version of Outlook is installed.
The easiest way to locate Mail is to open Control Panel in Windows, and then in the Search box at the top of window, type Mail. Note: The Mail icon appears after Outlook starts for the first time.
Make a note of the name of the profile. You will need to change the. Copy the. After the file is copied to the folder, right-click the file, click Rename , and change the name to match the profile name that appeared in step 3. You are now ready to start Outlook and import the file, but you must start Outlook with a special one-time command. The Auto-Complete List should now have the entries from your other computer when you compose a message and begin typing in the To , Cc , or Bcc boxes.
In Outlook , you can copy the names and email addresses in the Auto-Complete List from one computer to another. For example, if you are upgrading to a new computer and don't want to lose all the information stored in the Auto-Complete List, you can copy the names and email addresses from your old computer to your new computer. Important: You must exit Microsoft Outlook before starting the following procedure. The names will be included in the Auto-Complete List when you restart Outlook.
Note: Depending on your file settings, this folder might be hidden. Tip: You can copy the file to removable media, such as a USB media stick, and then copy the file to the correct location on your new computer. Or you can attach the file to an email message and send the message to yourself.
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