THUMBDATA3 File Extension

What is THUMBDATA3 file?

Full format name of files that use THUMBDATA3 extension is Google Android Thumbnail Database. Google Android Thumbnail Database specification was created by Google Inc.. THUMBDATA3 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Android. Files with THUMBDATA3 extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Google Android is by far the most used program for working with THUMBDATA3 files. On the official website of Google Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theGoogle Android software, but also about THUMBDATA3 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support THUMBDATA3 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support THUMBDATA3 files. THUMBDATA3 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 THUMBDATA3 extension?

Problems with accessing THUMBDATA3 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with THUMBDATA3 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. Download and install Google Android

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening THUMBDATA3 files is that no program that can handle THUMBDATA3 files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Google Android. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Google Android website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Google Android and update if needed

You still cannot access THUMBDATA3 files although Google Android is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 Google Android installed, it may not support THUMBDATA3 format. The most recent version of Google Android is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Google Android Thumbnail Database files with Google Android

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate THUMBDATA3 files with latest version of Google Android you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the THUMBDATA3 file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Google Android is installed, check the Always use this app to open THUMBDATA3 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the THUMBDATA3 file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with THUMBDATA3 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the THUMBDATA3 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the THUMBDATA3 file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The THUMBDATA3 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 THUMBDATA3 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. If the scanner detected that the THUMBDATA3 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic THUMBDATA3 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with THUMBDATA3 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Google Android

If the systems has insufficient resources to open THUMBDATA3 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 Google Android Thumbnail Database file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with THUMBDATA3 files affecting older versions of given software.

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