What's the OFT File?

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OFT File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that OFT files are associated with only a single known file type, the Outlook File Template format, and can be viewed with the Microsoft Outlook software package (developed by Microsoft Corporation). The majority of OFT files are considered Data Files.

We have found OFT files on the Windows and Mac operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

To learn more about OFT files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening OFT files.

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Prevalence
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2018

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OFT Types


Principal OFT Type

.OFT
File ID:.oft
Group:Outlook File Template

Microsoft Outlook's E-mail template, It contains pre-formatted layout which can be used to create custom messages with a similar look and feel.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
File Category:Data Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.oft

Software Programs That Open The Outlook File Template:


Microsoft Outlook by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

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OFT Demand


Top Operating Systems

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


Understanding OFT Issues


Issues Opening OFT Files

Microsoft Outlook Removed

When trying to open your OFT file, you get the error "Can't Open OFT File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Microsoft Outlook for %%os%% installed on your computer. The OS won't know what to do with your OFT file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: When another OFT application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.


Incorrect Microsoft Outlook Version

Sometimes your installed version of Microsoft Outlook won't support your Outlook File Template file. If you do not have the proper version Microsoft Outlook (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. Most of the time your Outlook File Template file was created by a newer Microsoft Outlook than what you have installed.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your OFT file and clicking "Properties".


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening OFT files are due to having the wrong version of Microsoft Outlook installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening OFTs

Even with the correct version of Microsoft Outlook installed, you can still experience difficulties opening OFTs. Other OFT opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Additional factors include:

  • Windows Registry OFT file paths that are incorrect
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the OFT file inside the Windows Registry
  • Corrupt install of Microsoft Outlook or other OFT-related program
  • Your OFT can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • The OFT is infected with a virus
  • Hardware related to OFTs has device driver corruption
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Outlook File Template file

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