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LIFE File Extension

LIGHT Format
  • Developer
    Light of Creativity
  • Category
  • Popularity
    3.3 (3 votes)

What is LIFE file?

LIFE filename suffix is mostly used for LIGHT Format files. Light of Creativity defined the LIGHT Format format standard. LIFE file format is compatible with software that can be installed on iOS, Mac OS system platform. LIFE file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. Users are advised to use LIGHT software for managing LIFE files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support LIFE file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support LIFE files. Files with LIFE 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.

Programs that support LIFE file

MAC OS MAC OS

How to open file with LIFE extension?

Being unable to open files with LIFE extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with LIFE files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install LIGHT

Install software to open LIFE file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports LIFE files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install LIGHT. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support LIFE files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading LIGHT installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update LIGHT to the latest version

Update software that support file extension LIFEIf the problems with opening LIFE files still occur even after installing LIGHT, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of LIGHT is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that LIGHT cannot handle files with LIFE may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of LIGHT should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate LIGHT Format files with LIGHT

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate LIFE files with latest version of LIGHT you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Associate software with LIFE file on Windows

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with LIFE extension, 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....
  • If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with LIFE extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the LIFE is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the LIFE file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

Check LIFE file for viruses
1. The LIFE may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the LIFE is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the LIFE file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the LIFE file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the LIFE file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with LIFE extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the LIGHT Format file again.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open LIFE files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

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

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