PCVITA software to convert OAB address books on Windows
OAB Converter Tool
PCVITA OAB Converter exports Outlook Offline Address Book files to seven file types on Windows, PST and CSV included. PCVITA software opens udetails.oab without Outlook or Exchange on your PC. Preview shows every contact before you export. Free demo exports 15 items per file.
- Input
- udetails.oab address books
- Preview
- Contacts listed before the export
- Output
- Seven file types with PST included
- Bulk
- Add a folder and convert many OAB files
Outlook and Exchange stay off this PC. Only the udetails.oab file goes in. See all features. Contacts live in a cache instead? Open Outlook Cache Contact Recovery Tool.
How OAB Conversion Works
Add one OAB file or a folder and preview the contacts. Choose an export type and PCVITA software saves the files and a report.
Outlook OAB Files
File or folder
- udetails.oab address book
- Outlook 2013 to 2019 address books
- Files tied to Exchange 2016 and 2019
PCVITA OAB Converter
Installs on Windows
- Contact list with column sorting
- Export Selected for chosen items
- Batch conversion of many files
Address Book Files on Your PC
Saved to your chosen folder
- PST file for Outlook and Office 365
- CSV and vCard files
- PDF, MSG, TXT and HTML files
- 1AddAdd an OAB file or folder.
- 2PreviewReview the contacts in the list.
- 3ExportChoose a type and click Export.
Convert OAB Files in 6 Steps
Six screens follow one OAB file from the first click to the saved export. Select any step to see its screen. Software Guide covers every export type in detail.
Step 1. Install and Open the Software
Install the OAB converter and open it from the Start menu. Click Add File in the top bar.
Step 2. Add Files or Folders
The Add File window offers two options. Select File for one OAB file or Folder for many. Click the three dots to browse.
Step 3. Select the OAB File
Go to the folder that holds udetails.oab and select the file. Click Open to add it. Select the full folder when you add many files.
Step 4. Review the Contacts
The folder shows in the left panel. Click it and the contacts load in the right panel. Click Export Selected for chosen contacts or Export for everything.
Step 5. Select the Export Type
The Export Option window lists seven types. Select PST for Outlook or another type for other uses. Click Browse to choose where the files go. Click Export to start.
Step 6. Save the Export Report
A success message appears when the conversion ends. Name the export report and click Save. Open the destination folder and check the converted files.
Demo edition exports 15 items from every file.
OAB Converter Software Features
What PCVITA OAB Converter does with your address books, grouped by task.
Adds Single Files and Folders
Conversion starts with the right files, so you choose the route that fits.
Add File
Add one OAB file from any folder.
Add Folder
Add many OAB files from one folder.
Several Releases
Convert address books from Outlook 2013, 2016, 2019 and more.
No Size Limit
Convert OAB files of any size.
Previews Contacts Before the Export
A list and a selection option let you check the data first.
Contact List
See every contact in the right panel.
Column Sorting
Double click a column header to sort the list.
Export Selected
Convert chosen contacts instead of the full file.
Folder Panel
Open every added file from the left panel.
Exports Seven Types of Files
One converter creates the file type your next application opens.
PST File
Unicode PST for Outlook, Exchange and Office 365.
PDF File
Set margins, page size and Bates numbers.
CSV File
Open contacts in Excel or Notepad.
MSG, TXT and HTML
Save contacts as items, text or web pages.
Keeps Contact Fields and Saves a Report
Contact fields travel with the export and a report records the job.
Contact Fields
Personal, business and other fields move to the output.
vCard Options
Choose the vCard version and merge contacts into one file.
Single PDF
Tick the box to create one PDF file.
Export Report
Save a report after every conversion.
Test these options on your own files. Demo edition exports only 15 items from a file.
Why an OAB File Needs a Converter
Four facts about OAB files and how PCVITA software handles every one.
- 1
OAB Is a Local Address Copy
Microsoft describes an offline address book as a local copy of an address list collection. PCVITA OAB Converter opens that copy and lists the contacts.
- 2
Outlook Uses the File Inside
Microsoft states that Outlook in cached Exchange mode queries the OAB. The OAB converter exports the contacts without an Outlook session.
- 3
Only Version 4 Is Supported
Microsoft supports OAB version 4 in Exchange. The OAB converter handles address books from several Outlook releases and Exchange 2016 and 2019.
- 4
Server Files Stay on the Server
Microsoft states that Exchange stores generated OAB files on the server. PCVITA OAB Converter works on the udetails.oab file you hold on your drive.
Prepare Before You Convert OAB Files
Six checks before your first conversion. Tick the boxes in order, then open the software.
- Locate udetails.oab on your drive. Only this file goes into the converter.
- Copy the OAB file to a safe folder. Work on the copy.
- Choose the output type first. PST suits Outlook and CSV suits Excel.
- Start the software as administrator on Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8 and 7.
- Decide on one file or many for the output. Tick the single PDF box for one result.
- Test the free demo on your files before you pay. Download the demo edition and export 15 items.
System lines match the version and system table below. Microsoft facts follow the page linked in the Sources.
OAB Converter Pricing
Start with the free demo, then buy one licence. Both editions share the same steps. Item count per file is the main difference.
Demo Edition
Free
Export 15 items from a file
- Result15 items per file
- PreviewAll contacts
- LicenceNot needed
Version 4.0, 31.60 MB, Windows
Full Edition
$49 one licence
Export every contact
- ResultAll contacts
- PreviewAll contacts
- DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout
Included in Both Editions Both editions share the same steps and the item count per file is the main difference
- Add File and Folder
- Contact Preview
- Column Sorting
- Seven Export Types
- vCard Options
- PDF Page Layout
- Export Selected
- Export Report
Version, Size and System Requirements
Version, system needs and conversion details in one place.
| Version | 4.0 |
|---|---|
| File size | 31.60 MB |
| MD5 | 2ac6e3aa |
| Windows versions | Windows 11 (64 bit), Windows 10 (32 bit and 64 bit), Windows 8.1, 8 and 7 and Windows Server 2012 and 2008 |
| Launch | Use the Run as Administrator option |
| Hardware | Intel Pentium 1 GHz processor (x86 or x64), 512 MB RAM recommended, 25 MB free hard disk space |
| Outlook and Exchange | Not needed on the PC |
| Free demo limit | 15 items per OAB file |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Input files | udetails.oab address books |
|---|---|
| Exchange files | OAB files tied to Exchange 2016 and 2019 |
| Add options | Add File and Add Folder |
| Output types | PST, PDF, CSV, vCard, MSG, TXT and HTML |
| PST output | Unicode PST for Outlook, Exchange and Office 365 |
| PDF options | Page layout, Bates number and single PDF file |
| vCard options | Version choice and merge vCard |
| Report | Saved after every export |
Outlook Offline Address Book vs PCVITA OAB Converter
What Microsoft documents about the offline address book next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your contacts.
| Point | Outlook Offline Address Book | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Local copy of an address list for Outlook | Contacts saved as files you open anywhere |
| Who uses the file | Outlook in cached Exchange mode | Windows users with any application |
| Format support | OAB version 4 in Exchange | Outlook 2013, 2016 and 2019 files |
| Updates | Generated every 8 hours and downloaded every 24 hours | One conversion per export |
| Output | Stays inside Outlook | Seven file types you open anywhere |
| Outlook needed | Yes | No |
| Contact preview | Address book search in Outlook | Contact list with column sorting |
| Price | Included with Outlook | Free demo, full edition $49 |
Microsoft facts come from the Microsoft page on offline address books in Exchange Server. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.
Quick Checks Before You Start Conversion
- Copy your file. Keep a copy of udetails.oab before you start.
- Preview first. Check the contacts in the list before you export.
- Choose the vCard version. Select the version your phone or app opens.
- Save the report. Store the export report after every job.
Need more contact tools? Open MAB Converter Tool or Outlook to vCard Export Tool.
Sources for Microsoft Facts The page behind the facts on this page
- Microsoft LearnOffline address books in Exchange Server
OAB Converter FAQs
Answers to questions users ask before they convert OAB files, grouped by topic.
Conversion and Options How the software behaves with your OAB files
How do I convert an OAB file to PST?
Six steps finish the job.
- Step 1. Install the software and open it.
- Step 2. Click Add File and choose File or Folder.
- Step 3. Select udetails.oab and click Open.
- Step 4. Preview the contacts.
- Step 5. Click Export and select PST.
- Step 6. Browse to a folder, click Export and save the report.
Which formats can I export OAB contacts to?
Seven types. Choose PST, PDF, CSV, vCard, MSG, TXT or HTML.
Do I need Outlook installed to convert an OAB file?
No. PCVITA OAB Converter works without Outlook or Exchange on your PC. Open the PST in Outlook after the export.
Which OAB file do I add?
udetails.oab. Add this file or a folder that holds many OAB files.
Can I convert many OAB files at once?
Yes. Choose Folder in the Add File window and select the folder. Batch conversion handles the files in one job.
Can I convert only some contacts?
Yes. Select contacts in the list and click Export Selected.
Can I save one PDF for all contacts?
Yes. Click Advance Setting after you select PDF. Tick the create single PDF box and set the page layout and Bates number.
Which vCard options does the OAB converter offer?
Version choice and merge. Click Advanced Setting after you select vCard. Choose the version and merge the contacts into one file when needed.
Does the OAB converter save a report?
Yes. Name the export report and click Save after the export.
Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price
What does the free demo of the OAB converter do?
It exports 15 items from every OAB file. You can add files and preview contacts. The full edition exports every contact.
How much does the full edition cost?
$49 for one licence. The full edition carries a 30 day money back guarantee. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.
Where can I download the OAB converter?
Click Download Now on this page. Version 4.0 of the demo edition weighs 31.60 MB and installs on Windows. Test the demo on your files before you buy.
Compatibility and Setup Windows versions and prerequisites
Which Windows versions does the OAB converter need?
Windows 11 (64 bit), Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 and Windows Server 2012 and 2008. You need an Intel Pentium 1 GHz processor and 25 MB free disk space. 512 MB RAM is recommended.
Which Outlook and Exchange versions does the file come from?
Several releases. Files from Outlook 2013, 2016 and 2019 work. Files tied to Exchange Server 2016 and 2019 work too.
Is there a file size limit for OAB files?
No. PCVITA OAB Converter converts OAB files of any size.
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Key Takeaways on OAB Conversion
Five facts to keep from this page.
- Two add routes. One file or one folder goes in.
- One OAB file. udetails.oab is the file you add.
- Seven export types. PST and CSV with five more types.
- Your settings. Set the PDF layout and the vCard version.
- Demo and price. Free demo caps every file at 15 items. Full edition costs $49 per licence and carries a money back guarantee.
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