CRATE File Extension

What is CRATE file?

CRATE is a file extension commonly associated with Serato DJ Crate Plylist Format files. Files with CRATE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with CRATE extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. The most popular software that supports CRATE files is Serato DJ. Serato DJ software was developed by Serato, and on its official website you may find more information about CRATE files or the Serato DJ software program.

Programs which support CRATE file extension

The following listing features CRATE-compatible programs. Files with CRATE 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.

Updated: 03/11/2020

How to open file with CRATE extension?

Being unable to open files with CRATE extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with CRATE 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. Install Serato DJ software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CRATE files is that no program that can handle CRATE files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Serato DJ developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Serato DJ installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Serato website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Serato DJ

If you already have Serato DJ installed on your systems and CRATE files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Serato DJ installed, it may not support CRATE 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 Serato DJ.

Step 3. Assign Serato DJ to CRATE files

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the CRATE 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 Serato DJ is installed, check the Always use this app to open CRATE files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with CRATE extension, select 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 CRATE extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the CRATE 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 CRATE file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the CRATE file for viruses or malware

If the CRATE 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. CRATE file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the CRATE 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 CRATE 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 Serato DJ

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

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 Serato DJ Crate Plylist Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle CRATE files.

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