12 File Extension

What is 12 file?

Full format name of files that use 12 extension is IBM Voice Type Languages Scripts Data. IBM Voice Type Languages Scripts Data format was developed by IBM. Files with 12 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. 12 file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing 12 files is IBM Voice Type. On the official website of IBM developer not only will you find detailed information about theIBM Voice Type software, but also about 12 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support 12 file extension

Programs that can handle 12 files are as follows. Files with 12 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with 12 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening 12 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with 12 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. Download and install IBM Voice Type

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening 12 files is that no program that can handle 12 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download IBM Voice Type and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support 12 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading IBM Voice Type installed is by going to developer’s website (IBM) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of IBM Voice Type and update if needed

If the problems with opening 12 files still occur even after installing IBM Voice Type, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of IBM Voice Type is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why 12 files are not compatible with IBM Voice Type. The most recent version of IBM Voice Type is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign IBM Voice Type to 12 files

If you have the latest version of IBM Voice Type installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage 12 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

• Right-click the 12 file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where IBM Voice Type is installed, check the Always use this app to open 12 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the 12 file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select IBM Voice Type and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with 12 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the 12 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the 12 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The 12 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 12 file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. 12 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the 12 file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the 12 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the 12 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the IBM Voice Type Languages Scripts Data file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open IBM Voice Type

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support 12 files. Close all running programs and try opening the 12 file.

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 IBM Voice Type Languages Scripts Data file. It may be the case that the 12 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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