SH2 File Extension

What is SH2 file?

Full format name of files that use SH2 extension is Stronghold 2 Saved Game. Stronghold 2 Saved Game specification was created by HeavenGames. SH2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. SH2 file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. Stronghold 2 Heaven is by far the most used program for working with SH2 files.

Programs which support SH2 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support SH2 files. SH2 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 SH2 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening SH2 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with SH2 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SH2 files.

Step 1. Download and install Stronghold 2 Heaven

Problems with opening and working with SH2 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SH2 files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Stronghold 2 Heaven. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SH2 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Stronghold 2 Heaven website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Stronghold 2 Heaven and update if needed

If you already have Stronghold 2 Heaven installed on your systems and SH2 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. If you have an older version of Stronghold 2 Heaven installed, it may not support SH2 format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Stronghold 2 Heaven.

Step 3. Assign Stronghold 2 Heaven to SH2 files

If you have the latest version of Stronghold 2 Heaven installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SH2 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the SH2 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 Stronghold 2 Heaven is installed, check the Always use this app to open SH2 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the SH2 file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 SH2 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the SH2 file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the SH2 file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the SH2 in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the SH2 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. SH2 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with SH2 extension is complete and error-free

If the SH2 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 SH2 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Stronghold 2 Saved Game file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Stronghold 2 Heaven

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with SH2 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Stronghold 2 Saved Game file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SH2 files.

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