DAT-SHM File Extension

What is DAT-SHM file?

Full format name of files that use DAT-SHM extension is EmClient Data. eM Client Inc. defined the EmClient Data format standard. Files with DAT-SHM extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DAT-SHM file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing DAT-SHM files is Em Client. Em Client software was developed by eM Client Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about DAT-SHM files or the Em Client software program.

Programs which support DAT-SHM file extension

The following listing features DAT-SHM-compatible programs. Files with DAT-SHM 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.

How to open file with DAT-SHM extension?

Being unable to open files with DAT-SHM extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to EmClient Data files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Em Client software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DAT-SHM files is that no program that can handle DAT-SHM files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Em Client and install it on your device. 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 Em Client website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Em Client

You still cannot access DAT-SHM files although Em Client 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. This can be one of the causes why DAT-SHM files are not compatible with Em Client. The most recent version of Em Client is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate EmClient Data files with Em Client

If you have the latest version of Em Client installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage DAT-SHM on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the DAT-SHM with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Em Client is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DAT-SHM files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DAT-SHM file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Em Client and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DAT-SHM extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the DAT-SHM for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the DAT-SHM file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the DAT-SHM file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the DAT-SHM is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the DAT-SHM file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the DAT-SHM file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the DAT-SHM 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 DAT-SHM 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the EmClient Data file.

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

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with EmClient Data files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DAT-SHM files affecting older versions of given software.

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