FO File Extension

What is FO file?

Full format name of files that use FO extension is XSL-FO Form. Files with FO extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. FO file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. 602XML Form Designer supports FO files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 5 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support FO file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open FO files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with FO 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 FO extension?

Being unable to open files with FO extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with FO 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 FO files.

Step 1. Install 602XML Form Designer software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports FO files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install 602XML Form Designer or one to the listed programs: DIGIFORMS Document Designer, Digiform Document Designer, 602XML Filler. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit 602XML Form Designer website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update 602XML Form Designer to the latest version

If you already have 602XML Form Designer installed on your systems and FO 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. This can be one of the causes why FO files are not compatible with 602XML Form Designer. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using 602XML Form Designer.

Step 3. Set the default application to open FO files to 602XML Form Designer

If you have the latest version of 602XML Form Designer installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FO 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FO file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where 602XML Form Designer is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FO files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the FO file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with FO extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FO file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the FO is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the FO file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the FO file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the FO 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 FO 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 XSL-FO Form file.

4. Check whether your system can handle 602XML Form Designer

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with XSL-FO Form files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the FO files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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