How to open attachments in outlook

Open an attachment

1. In the message list, select the message that has the attachment.
2. In the Reading Pane, double-click the attachment. You can also right-click the message that has the attachment and choose View Attachments.

1. Why can't I open attachments in Outlook?
2. How do I view all attachments in Outlook?
3. How do I change the opening settings for attachments in Outlook?

Why can't I open attachments in Outlook?

If the Outlook data file (PST) is corrupt, it could be the reason why you can't open attachments. You can repair the file by using Inbox Repair Tool (ScanPST.exe), which is located in the default Outlook installation directory. If the PST file is severely corrupt, ScanPST.exe may fail to repair the file.

How do I view all attachments in Outlook?

At the top of the message list, you'll see a box that says Search Current Mailbox. Click to place your cursor in that box, type hasattachments:yes, and then click Enter.

How do I change the opening settings for attachments in Outlook?

If you don't see Programs, choose Default Programs > Associate a file type or protocol with a program. In the Set Associations tool, select the file type you want to change the program for, then choose Change program. Once you've chosen the new program to use to open that file type, choose OK.