Windows Live Mail is a popular email program that has been used by millions of users worldwide. It allows you to manage your emails, contacts, and calendars with ease. However, sometimes we end up with too many contacts in our Windows Live Mail, which makes it difficult to find the right one. In such a case, you need to delete your unnecessary contacts to make it easier to manage your contacts. In this blog post, we will discuss in detail how to delete contacts from Windows Live Mail.
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Why You Need to Delete Contacts from Windows Live Mail
There are several reasons why you need to delete contacts from your Windows Live Mail. Firstly, having a large number of contacts can make it difficult to find the right person. Secondly, it can also slow down your computer performance as it consumes a lot of memory. Thirdly, when you have a lot of contacts, it increases the chances of sending an email to the wrong person by mistake. Lastly, it’s just good practice to keep your contact list clean and updated.
Method 1: Deleting a Single Contact Via Windows Live Mail
Deleting a single contact in Windows Live Mail is a straightforward process that can be done in a few simple steps. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Open Windows Live Mail and go to the Contacts tab.
2. Click on the contact you want to delete.
3. Once it’s selected, press the Delete key on your keyboard.
4. Confirm the deletion by clicking on Yes.
Pros:
– Easy and fast method.
– You can confirm the deletion before permanently removing the contact.
Cons:
– Time-consuming if you want to delete multiple contacts.
– You need to select each contact manually.
Method 2: Deleting Multiple Contacts Via Windows Live Mail
Deleting multiple contacts is a better option to save time in case you have more than one contact to delete in Windows Live Mail. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Open Windows Live Mail and go to the Contacts tab.
2. Press Ctrl + A to select all contacts or hold down the Ctrl key and click on the multiple contacts you want to delete.
3. Once selected, press the Delete key on your keyboard.
4. Confirm the deletion by clicking on Yes.
Pros:
– Saves time in deleting multiple contacts.
– Can delete all contacts simultaneously.
Cons:
– You may delete important contacts by mistake.
– You need to confirm each deletion, which can be time-consuming.
Method 3: Deleting a Contact Via Windows Live Mail Export and Import Feature
You can use Windows Live Mail’s export and import feature to delete a contact. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Open Windows Live Mail and go to the Contacts tab.
2. Click on Export and select Comma Separated Values.
3. Save the CSV file to your computer.
4. Open the CSV file in Excel.
5. Locate the contact you want to delete and delete the entire row.
6. Save the edited CSV file.
7. Go back to Windows Live Mail and go to the Contacts tab.
8. Click on Import and select Comma Separated Values.
9. Select the edited CSV file and click on Next.
10. Map the fields accordingly and import the CSV file.
11. The deleted contact will no longer be available in your contact list.
Pros:
– Can be used to delete one or more contacts at once.
– You have the option to create and save contact lists for future use.
Cons:
– Requires knowledge of Excel to perform this method.
– You may delete other important data accidentally.
What to Do If You Can’t Delete Contacts from Windows Live Mail
If you are unable to delete contacts from Windows Live Mail, you can try the following fixes:
1. Check if you have admin privileges to delete contacts.
2. Restart your computer and try again.
3. Update Windows Live Mail to the latest version.
4. Try deleting the email account from Windows Live Mail and adding it back again.
Bonus Tip: Use a Third-Party Tool to Delete Contacts from Windows Live Mail
If you don’t want to use the built-in methods to delete contacts in Windows Live Mail, you can use third-party software like ContactsMate to simplify the process. ContactsMate can quickly search and delete any contact or multiple contacts from your Windows Live Mail address book.
5 FAQs
Q1. How can I backup my contacts in Windows Live Mail?
A1. You can backup your contacts by clicking on Export in the Contacts tab and selecting Comma Separated Values.
Q2. How do I know which contact to delete?
A2. You should have a good idea of outdated and unnecessary contacts from your address book. You should also backup your contacts before deleting any contact from your Windows Live Mail.
Q3. Can I restore a deleted contact in Windows Live Mail?
A3. If you have not made any backup, it may not be possible to restore it. Therefore, it is always recommended to backup your address book before deletion.
Q4. Is it better to delete contacts from Windows Live Mail or from my email account?
A4. It is best to delete contacts from both place as emails may be synced between the two of them.
Q5. Is it mandatory to delete contacts from Windows Live Mail?
A5. No, it is not mandatory but keeping your contact list organized, clean, and updated is always a good practice.
Final Thoughts
Deleting unwanted contacts from your Windows Live Mail address book is essential to manage your contacts efficiently. In this blog post, we have discussed different methods to delete one or multiple contacts, and we hope these methods will help you efficiently manage your not-so-essential contacts. Remember to backup your contacts before deletion and use third-party software if you are not comfortable with these methods. We hope this blog post will help you in keeping your contact list clean and updated.