Tools-> Options-> tab Other-> button AutoArchive… In this guide, the terms AutoArchive and Archive are being used interchangeable unless specified otherwise.Īs mentioned, AutoArchive and Archive settings can be configured on multiple levels ĭefault AutoArchive settings can be set by via Changing AutoArchive or Archive settings.Use the steps below to troubleshoot and get AutoArchive and Archive working again. In some cases you’ll notice that AutoArchive or Archive is not working as expected even when all settings appear to be correct. You can set default AutoArchive settings but also overrule them on a per-folder level or via a manual Archive. AutoArchive and Archive are options in Outlook to automatically or manually initiate moving of Outlook items to an Outlook Data File (pst-files) based on preconfigured settings.