DONE File Extension

What is DONE file?

DONE is a file extension commonly associated with Cygwin Post-install files. Red Hat, Inc. defined the Cygwin Post-install format standard. Files with DONE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DONE file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports DONE files is Cygwin. On the official website of Red Hat, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theCygwin software, but also about DONE and other supported file formats.

Programs which support DONE file extension

Programs that can handle DONE files are as follows. Files with DONE extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with DONE extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DONE files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Cygwin Post-install files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Cygwin

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DONE files is that no program that can handle DONE files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Cygwin. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Cygwin installed is by going to developer’s website (Red Hat, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Cygwin

If you already have Cygwin installed on your systems and DONE files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Cygwin cannot handle files with DONE may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Cygwin should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Cygwin Post-install files with Cygwin

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DONE files with latest version of Cygwin you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the DONE file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Cygwin installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DONE files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the DONE file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Cygwin and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DONE extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the DONE for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the DONE file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the DONE file for viruses or malware

If the DONE is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the DONE file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the DONE file’s structure is intact

If the DONE file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with DONE extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Cygwin Post-install file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Cygwin

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support DONE files. Close all running programs and try opening the DONE file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Cygwin Post-install files. It may be the case that the DONE files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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