MS_ File Extension

What is MS_ file?

Full format name of files that use MS_ extension is Microsoft Windows Winhelp Compressed. Microsoft Windows Winhelp Compressed format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. MS_ files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with MS_ extension are categorized as Archive Files files. The Archive Files subset comprises 619 various file formats. Microsoft Windows is by far the most used program for working with MS_ files. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Windows software, but also about MS_ and other supported file formats.

Programs which support MS_ file extension

Programs that can handle MS_ files are as follows. MS_ 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 MS_ extension?

Problems with accessing MS_ may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with MS_ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Windows software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports MS_ files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft Windows developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Microsoft Windows website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Windows and update if needed

You still cannot access MS_ files although Microsoft Windows is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why MS_ files are not compatible with Microsoft Windows. The most recent version of Microsoft Windows is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Windows to MS_ files

After installing Microsoft Windows (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open MS_ files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the MS_ file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Windows is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open MS_ files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the MS_ file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with MS_ extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the MS_ is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the MS_ file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The MS_ may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the MS_ file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. MS_ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the MS_ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with MS_ 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.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Windows

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with MS_ extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Microsoft Windows Winhelp Compressed files. It may be the case that the MS_ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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