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LUE File Extension

Norton LiveUpdate Log Format
  • Developer
    Symantec
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  • Popularity
    3 (5 votes)

What is LUE file?

Full format name of files that use LUE extension is Norton LiveUpdate Log Format. Norton LiveUpdate Log Format format was developed by Symantec. LUE file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with LUE extension are categorized as Text Files files. The Text Files subset comprises 440 various file formats. The most popular program for handling LUE files is Norton AntiVirus, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Software named Norton AntiVirus was created by Symantec Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and LUE files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support LUE file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support LUE files. Files with LUE 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.

Programs that support LUE file

How to open file with LUE extension?

Problems with accessing LUE may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with LUE 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 LUE files.

Step 1. Get the Norton AntiVirus

Install software to open LUE file The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening LUE files is that no program that can handle LUE files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Norton AntiVirus or one of the recommended programs (for example, Norton Internet Security) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Norton AntiVirus installed is by going to developer’s website (Symantec Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Norton AntiVirus

Update software that support file extension LUEIf the problems with opening LUE files still occur even after installing Norton AntiVirus, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Norton AntiVirus is available. 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 Norton AntiVirus installed, it may not support LUE format. The most recent version of Norton AntiVirus is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Norton LiveUpdate Log Format files with Norton AntiVirus

After installing Norton AntiVirus (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open LUE files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with LUE file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Clicking the LUE with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • Select Choose another app → More apps
  • To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Norton AntiVirus installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open LUE files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with LUE file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the LUE is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper LUE file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

Check LUE file for viruses
1. Verify that the LUE in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the LUE is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the LUE file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic LUE file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with LUE extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Norton LiveUpdate Log Format file again.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with LUE extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Norton LiveUpdate Log Format file. It may be the case that the LUE files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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