CONTAINER File Extension

What is CONTAINER file?

CONTAINER is a file extension commonly associated with Eclipse Project Settings Format files. Files with CONTAINER extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. CONTAINER file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Eclipse software for managing CONTAINER files, although 5 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Eclipse was created by The Eclipse Foundation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and CONTAINER files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support CONTAINER file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with CONTAINER files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. CONTAINER files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 09/07/2020

How to open file with CONTAINER extension?

Being unable to open files with CONTAINER extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with CONTAINER extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Eclipse

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports CONTAINER files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Eclipse or different compatible program, such as Zend Studio. 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 Eclipse website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Eclipse and update if needed

You still cannot access CONTAINER files although Eclipse is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Eclipse cannot handle files with CONTAINER may be that the software is outdated.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 Eclipse.

Step 3. Assign Eclipse to CONTAINER files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate CONTAINER files with latest version of Eclipse you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the CONTAINER file and choose 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 Eclipse is installed, check the Always use this app to open CONTAINER files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CONTAINER file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with CONTAINER extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the CONTAINER is not faulty

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 CONTAINER file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the CONTAINER is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the CONTAINER file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the CONTAINER file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with CONTAINER 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

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 Eclipse Project Settings Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Eclipse

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with CONTAINER 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 Eclipse Project Settings Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CONTAINER files affecting older versions of given software.

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