Windows 7 moving My contacts to drive D , problems

Method 1: Import Contacts Again​

1. Open Windows Live Mail.
2. Go to the Contacts section.
3. Try importing the contacts again from the location on drive D where you moved them to.

   Method 2: Check Contact Storage Location​

4. Check the settings in Windows Live Mail to ensure it is looking in the correct location for contacts.
5. Go to the Contacts section and see if there is an option to change the default storage location for contacts.

   Method 3: Repair Windows Live Mail​

6. Sometimes, repairing the Windows Live Mail installation can solve various issues.
7. Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features.
8. Find Windows Live Essentials in the list, right-click on it, and choose "Repair."

   Method 4: Restore Contacts to Original Location​

9. If the above methods don't work, you might consider moving the contacts back to their original location.
10. Test if the contacts and groups functionality is restored when they are in their default location.

    Method 5: Backup and Restore Contacts​

11. It's always a good idea to back up contacts before making changes.
12. Export your contacts from Windows Live Mail, then try restoring them back to the original location to see if it fixes the issue.

    Method 6: Update Windows Live Mail​

13. Ensure that Windows Live Mail is updated to the latest version.
14. Updates often include bug fixes and improvements that might resolve the issue you are experiencing.

    Additional Tips:​

    • Make sure your contacts are stored in the correct format that Windows Live Mail can recognize.
    • Double-check for any software conflicts or compatibility issues that might be affecting Windows Live Mail.
    Try these steps and see if they help resolve the problem with your contacts and groups functionality in Windows Live Mail. If the issue persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.