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How to Create a vCard in Outlook?

By Bastien, on February 21, 2023, updated on June 21, 2023 - 3 min read

Don’t just keep your contacts’ Microsoft Outlook data saved in one place; share it with others conveniently through vCard (.vcf) format! Whether they are yours or someone else’s, you can now transfer contact information to those who need them quickly and easily. A vCard is an electronic business card, and it contains contact information such as the person’s name, phone number, email address, etc.

A vCard is a standard format that can be used to share contact information with other Outlook users. It’s a great way to keep your contacts organized, and it makes exchanging information much faster and easier than typing in all the details. It’s also a convenient way to export contacts for backup purposes. You can easily import .vcf contacts in to Outlook if necessary.

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How to Create a vCard in the Outlook Desktop App

Constructing a vCard is akin to forming an entry in your contact list. By saving contacts as vCards, you can easily and effectively store a significant amount of information.

  1. Open Outlook and go to the People tab. You should see a list of your contacts here.
  2. Select the contact you want to create a vCard for and click on it to open their contact card.
  3. Click on “More” and then select “Create vCard”. This will generate a .vcf file with all the contact information.
  4. To save the .vcf file, click on “File” and then select “Save As”. Choose a location to save it and click “Save”.

Congratulations! You have now successfully created a vCard for your chosen contact. The vCard is saved as a .vcf file which can be sent to other Outlook users or imported into your contact list. With vCards, you can quickly and simply move your contact information to a distinct email program. All you have to do is export the info into a VCF file, then import it into the other platform – that’s all there is to it!

How to Export a vCard in the Outlook Desktop App

To share or store an Outlook contact, exporting it to a VCF file is the ideal way. Check out this guide for instructions on how to do so:

  1. Open Outlook and choose the entry for the contact you intend to export.
  2. Then click Save As and choose the destination for it on your computer.
  3. In the drop-down menu, select vCard format and click Save.

Save a Contact as a vCard

This option allows you to save a contact in its own vCard file format.

  1. Go to the People tab and select the contact you want to export as a VCF file.
  2. Click on “More” and then select “Save As”.
  3. Choose a location for saving the vCard file and click on “Save”.

Congratulations! You have successfully exported a contact as a vCard, and it is ready to be shared with others or imported into your own Outlook contact list. Now, you can transfer contact information to those who need them quickly and easily. Whether they are yours or someone else’s, a vCard is a great way to keep your contacts organized and make exchanging information much faster and easier. With the Outlook desktop app, you can now create, export and save vCards with ease.

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Using Third-Party Apps

Although Outlook has a built-in option to create and export vCards, you may find third-party apps even more convenient. These can help you easily manage your contacts, edit their profiles, and quickly generate vCard files. With the right third-party app, exporting contacts to a VCF file should be no issue. All you have to do is choose an app and follow its instructions – they’re usually very simple. Once you’ve got the file, use it to sync your contacts with any device or platform that supports vCard. That way, all of your information stays up-to-date and secure – no matter where you need it.

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Final Words

Now you know how to create and export vCards in Microsoft Outlook. You can even save the vCard onto a USB drive or transfer it through other means, such as email. This way, you won’t have to worry about forgetting important contact information when using another program. Try it out and see how easy it is!

Bastien