BGUI File Extension

What is BGUI file?

BGUI is a file extension commonly associated with Need For Speed SHIFT GUI files. Need For Speed SHIFT GUI specification was created by Electronic Arts, Inc.. BGUI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. BGUI file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. The software recommended for managing BGUI files is Need for Speed SHIFT. Software named Need for Speed SHIFT was created by Electronic Arts, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and BGUI files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support BGUI file extension

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

Being unable to open files with BGUI extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with BGUI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with BGUI files.

Step 1. Install Need for Speed SHIFT software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BGUI files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Need for Speed SHIFT. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Need for Speed SHIFT installed is by going to developer’s website (Electronic Arts, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Need for Speed SHIFT and update if needed

If the problems with opening BGUI files still occur even after installing Need for Speed SHIFT, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Need for Speed SHIFT is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Need for Speed SHIFT cannot handle files with BGUI may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Need for Speed SHIFT.

Step 3. Assign Need for Speed SHIFT to BGUI files

After installing Need for Speed SHIFT (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BGUI files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the BGUI file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Need for Speed SHIFT is installed, check the Always use this app to open BGUI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the BGUI file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Need for Speed SHIFT and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with BGUI extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper BGUI file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the BGUI file for viruses or malware

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

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

Did you receive the BGUI 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. It could happen the the download process of file with BGUI extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Need for Speed SHIFT

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

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 Need For Speed SHIFT GUI file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BGUI files affecting older versions of given software.

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