MATO File Extension

What is MATO file?

MATO filename suffix is mostly used for Atomic Combat Saved Game files. Mojiferous Industries defined the Atomic Combat Saved Game format standard. MATO files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS. MATO file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. The software recommended for managing MATO files is Atomic Combat. Software named Atomic Combat was created by Mojiferous Industries. In order to find more detailed information on the software and MATO files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support MATO file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support MATO files. Files with MATO 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 MATO extension?

Being unable to open files with MATO extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with MATO files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Atomic Combat software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening MATO files is that no program that can handle MATO files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Atomic Combat. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support MATO files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Atomic Combat installed is by going to developer’s website (Mojiferous Industries) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Atomic Combat

If you already have Atomic Combat installed on your systems and MATO 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 MATO files are not compatible with Atomic Combat. The latest version of Atomic Combat should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open MATO files to Atomic Combat

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate MATO files with latest version of Atomic Combat you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the MATO with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Atomic Combat is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open MATO files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with MATO extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Atomic Combat and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with MATO extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the MATO is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the MATO file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the MATO in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the MATO 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. MATO file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the MATO 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. It could happen the the download process of file with MATO 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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Atomic Combat Saved Game files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle MATO files.

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