Tips to open HS file

Can't open the HS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open HS files as well as a list of programs that support HS files.

HS file extension

File Name Haskell Script
File Category Developer Files

The HS file is supported on 4 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the HS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the HS file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 4
  • 4
  • 4
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is HS file?

The file in the HS format belongs to the Developer Files category. Developer Files consists of 1205 similar files. Haskell Script is most often found on 4 operating systems. These systems consist of , Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use Leksah to handle this file. This is a program created by leksah project. There are also 12 alternative programs to handle the HS file. WinHugs, EclipseFP, The Haskell Platform will apply when it is not possible to use Leksah.

How to open HS file?

The most common problem when using Haskell Script is that a specific HS is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open HS, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the HS file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install Leksah

In this case, you should first verify that the Leksah application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Leksah into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file HS with Leksah. Below is a list of programs that support the file HS.

Step 2. Create association of Leksah with HS files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the HS file still does not use the Leksah program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the HS file with the Leksah application.

Step 3. Update Leksah to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Leksah program, it is possible that Haskell Script requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the leksah project website or update the program from the application.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the HS file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to HS files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file HS or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected HS files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of HS file may not always be supported by the latest software version. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged HS files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting N/A, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file HS except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move HS to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the HS file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.