HMAP.DIR File Extension

What is HMAP.DIR file?

HMAP.DIR filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 Temporary files. HMAP.DIR file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with HMAP.DIR extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports HMAP.DIR files is Microsoft SharePoint Server.

Programs which support HMAP.DIR file extension

Programs that can handle HMAP.DIR files are as follows. HMAP.DIR files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with HMAP.DIR extension?

Problems with accessing HMAP.DIR may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 Temporary files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with HMAP.DIR files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft SharePoint Server

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports HMAP.DIR files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Microsoft SharePoint Server. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HMAP.DIR files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Microsoft SharePoint Server website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft SharePoint Server and update if needed

You still cannot access HMAP.DIR files although Microsoft SharePoint Server is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Microsoft SharePoint Server cannot handle files with HMAP.DIR may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft SharePoint Server.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft SharePoint Server to HMAP.DIR files

If you have the latest version of Microsoft SharePoint Server installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HMAP.DIR 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HMAP.DIR file
• 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 Microsoft SharePoint Server is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open HMAP.DIR files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HMAP.DIR extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Microsoft SharePoint Server and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with HMAP.DIR extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the HMAP.DIR for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the HMAP.DIR file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the HMAP.DIR is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the HMAP.DIR file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic HMAP.DIR file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with HMAP.DIR 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 Temporary file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft SharePoint Server

If the systems has insufficient resources to open HMAP.DIR 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 Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 Temporary files. It may be the case that the HMAP.DIR files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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