Phone numbers are missing on vcf import into address book
When moving to a new computer I exported all my contacts from Apple Contacts into one vcf-file. On importing this into Thunderbird all contacts were taken, but only with name, address and email. All other information, e.g. phone numbers, is missing. On checking the vcf file in a text editor, the phone numbers are there. Why does Thunderbird not completely import the information?
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It might be due to the Apple vcf file format being incompatible with the one expected by TB. I suggest you install MoreFunctionsForAddressBook, then open Address Book, select the address book where the imported contacts will be stored, Tools/MoreFunctionsForAddressBook/Actions for contacts/Import vCard/vcf, and see if all the info is imported.
To install the add-on, drag the xpi Download link and drop it onto Tools/Add-ons/Extensions in TB.
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Chosen Solution
It might be due to the Apple vcf file format being incompatible with the one expected by TB. I suggest you install MoreFunctionsForAddressBook, then open Address Book, select the address book where the imported contacts will be stored, Tools/MoreFunctionsForAddressBook/Actions for contacts/Import vCard/vcf, and see if all the info is imported.
To install the add-on, drag the xpi Download link and drop it onto Tools/Add-ons/Extensions in TB.
Thank you, I've seen this Add-On as a potential solution during my websearch, but it is no longer offered in the Add-Ons within Thunderbird. Is it still compatible with Version 52.5.0?
Yes, I tested the suggestion in TB 52.5.2. Some functions of MFFAB are not working in TB 58b3.
Thank you, solved the issue. Might be a good idea to extend the native address book functionality in future versions.