HAM6 File Extension

What is HAM6 file?

HAM6 is a file extension commonly associated with Amiga Hold-And-Modify 6 Picture Image Format files. HAM6 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. HAM6 file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. RECOIL is by far the most used program for working with HAM6 files. Software named RECOIL was created by Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga. In order to find more detailed information on the software and HAM6 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support HAM6 file extension

Programs that can handle HAM6 files are as follows. Files with HAM6 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 02/24/2021

How to open file with HAM6 extension?

Being unable to open files with HAM6 extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with HAM6 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the RECOIL

Problems with opening and working with HAM6 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with HAM6 files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the RECOIL 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 RECOIL installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update RECOIL to the latest version

If you already have RECOIL installed on your systems and HAM6 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 RECOIL installed, it may not support HAM6 format. The most recent version of RECOIL is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign RECOIL to HAM6 files

If you have the latest version of RECOIL installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HAM6 on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the HAM6 file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where RECOIL is installed, check the Always use this app to open HAM6 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HAM6 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 HAM6 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the HAM6 is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the HAM6 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The HAM6 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the HAM6 file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. HAM6 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with HAM6 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the HAM6 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with HAM6 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Amiga Hold-And-Modify 6 Picture Image Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle RECOIL

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support HAM6 files. Close all running programs and try opening the HAM6 file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Amiga Hold-And-Modify 6 Picture Image Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HAM6 files affecting older versions of given software.

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