MET File Extension

What is MET file?

MET is a file extension commonly associated with EMule Resource Format files. eMule defined the EMule Resource Format format standard. MET files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. Files with MET extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. eMule supports MET files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 3 other tools may also be used. Software named eMule was created by eMule-Project.net. In order to find more detailed information on the software and MET files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support MET file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support MET files. MET files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with MET extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening MET files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to EMule Resource Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with MET files.

Step 1. Install eMule software

Problems with opening and working with MET files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with MET files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing eMule or different compatible program, such as aMule. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading eMule installed is by going to developer’s website (eMule-Project.net) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of eMule and update if needed

You still cannot access MET files although eMule is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why MET files are not compatible with eMule. The latest version of eMule should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate EMule Resource Format files with eMule

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate MET files with latest version of eMule you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the MET with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where eMule is installed, check the Always use this app to open MET files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with MET extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with MET extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the MET is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the MET file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the MET in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the MET is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. MET file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with MET extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the MET file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with MET extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the EMule Resource Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle eMule

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with EMule Resource Format file. It may be the case that the MET files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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