HT File Extension

What is HT file?

Full format name of files that use HT extension is HyperTerminal Session Format. HyperTerminal Session Format format was developed by Hilgraeve. Files with HT extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. HT file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. The software recommended for managing HT files is HyperTerminal. Software named HyperTerminal was created by Hilgraeve Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and HT files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support HT file extension

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

How to open file with HT extension?

Being unable to open files with HT extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to HyperTerminal Session Format 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 HT files.

Step 1. Get the HyperTerminal

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HT files is that no program that can handle HT files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the HyperTerminal 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. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit HyperTerminal website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of HyperTerminal and update if needed

If you already have HyperTerminal installed on your systems and HT 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. This can be one of the causes why HT files are not compatible with HyperTerminal. The latest version of HyperTerminal should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign HyperTerminal to HT files

After installing HyperTerminal (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open HT files. 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 HT file
• 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 HyperTerminal installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HT files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HT file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with HT extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the HT for errors

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

1. Check the HT file for viruses or malware

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

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

Did you receive the HT 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 HT 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the HyperTerminal Session Format file.

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

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with HyperTerminal Session Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle HT files.

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