How to convert `com.android.providers.contacts` to `.vcf`?
Jan 30, 5:14pm

To convert contacts stored in the com.android.providers.contacts database (which is the default Android contacts storage) to a .vcf (vCard) file, you can follow these steps:

Method 1: Using Android's Built-in Export Feature

  1. Open the Contacts App on your Android device.
  2. Tap the Menu (three dots or lines) in the top-right corner.
  3. Select "Manage contacts" or "Settings" (the exact wording may vary depending on your device and Android version).
  4. Look for "Import/Export contacts" or "Export".
  5. Choose "Export to .vcf file" or "Export to storage".
  6. Select the contacts you want to export (or choose "All contacts").
  7. Save the file to your device storage or SD card.

The exported file will be saved as a .vcf file, which you can then transfer to another device or import into another contacts app.

Method 2: Using a Third-Party App

If your device doesn’t have a built-in export feature, you can use third-party apps like "Contacts Backup & Restore" or "My Contacts Backup":

  1. Install the app from the Google Play Store.
  2. Open the app and follow the instructions to back up your contacts.
  3. Export the contacts as a .vcf file.
  4. Save or share the file as needed.

Method 3: Using ADB (Advanced Users)

If you’re comfortable with command-line tools, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge) to pull the contacts database and convert it to .vcf:

  1. Enable USB Debugging on your Android device.
  2. Connect your device to your computer and open a terminal.
  3. Pull the contacts database: 
    bash
    adb pull /data/data/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/contacts2.db
  4. Use a tool like sqlite3 to extract the contacts and convert them to .vcf format using a script or online converter.

Method 4: Sync with Google and Export

  1. Sync your contacts with your Google account:
    • Go to Settings > Accounts > Google and ensure contacts sync is enabled.
  2. Visit Google Contacts on your computer.
  3. Select "Export" from the left menu.
  4. Choose the contacts to export and select the .vcf format.
  5. Download the file to your computer.
Jan 30, 5:14pm

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