File Extension Database

Open MAPIMAIL File

MAPIMAIL files are used, in Windows-based operating systems, to enable the option 'Send to -> Mail recipient', in the context of right-clicking on the file or folder, and that opens the default mail program, attaching the file to a new message.

The MAPIMAIL file format was created to save users time by allowing files and folders to be emailed with the one-click convenience that the feature provides.

The email that is then created is created with the MAPIMAIL file extension.

Open a MAPIMAIL file

MAPIMAIL files are native to the operating system and are not intended to be opened manually by the user, nor to be exchanged between users.

In fact, if for any reason a MAPIMAIL file is deleted or corrupted, specialized file recovery programs should be used.

Frequently associated Windows objects:

CLSID\{9E56BE60-C50F-11CF-9A2C-00A0C90A90CE}

How Can I Open MAPIMAIL File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open MAPIMAIL file is to find a MAPIMAIL file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MAPIMAIL file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open MAPIMAIL file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as MAPIMAIL file opener then try to search online for "MAPIMAIL viewer", "application to open MAPIMAIL file" or "open MAPIMAIL file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open MAPIMAIL file

How Can I Open MAPIMAIL File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a MAPIMAIL file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MAPIMAIL file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with MAPIMAIL file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as MAPIMAIL file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open MAPIMAIL file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open MAPIMAIL file then try to search for "MAPIMAIL viewer", "application to open MAPIMAIL file" or "read MAPIMAIL file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read MAPIMAIL file

How Can I Open MAPIMAIL File on Android

If you downloaded a MAPIMAIL file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded MAPIMAIL file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "MAPIMAIL".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "MAPIMAIL viewer", "MAPIMAIL file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open MAPIMAIL File on iPhone or iPad

To open MAPIMAIL File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the MAPIMAIL file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "MAPIMAIL". This way you can find apps which can open MAPIMAIL files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "MAPIMAIL viewer" or "MAPIMAIL file" online in your favorite search engine.

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