HISU File Extension

What is HISU file?

HISU filename suffix is mostly used for DL_POLY History files. DL_POLY History specification was created by CSE. Files with HISU extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. HISU file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports HISU files is DL_POLY.

Programs which support HISU file extension

The following listing features HISU-compatible programs. Files with HISU 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 HISU extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening HISU files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with HISU 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 DL_POLY

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HISU files is that no program that can handle HISU files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download DL_POLY and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HISU files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download DL_POLY installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of DL_POLY

If you already have DL_POLY installed on your systems and HISU files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of DL_POLY installed, it may not support HISU 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 DL_POLY.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HISU files to DL_POLY

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HISU files with latest version of DL_POLY you have installed 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the HISU 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
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the DL_POLY installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HISU files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HISU file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select DL_POLY and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with HISU extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the HISU is not faulty

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

1. The HISU 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 HISU file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the HISU file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the HISU file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the HISU 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. When downloading the file with HISU extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run DL_POLY

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with DL_POLY History file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HISU files affecting older versions of given software.

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