Tips to open ATF file
Can't open the ATF file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ATF files as well as a list of programs that support ATF files.
ATF file extension
| File Name |
Axon Text Format |
| File Developer |
Molecular Devices |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The ATF file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ATF files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ATF file on each system platform.
What is ATF file?
The file with the extension ATF is the Data Files file type. The author of this format is Molecular Devices. Data Files consists of 1326 similar files. Axon Text Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. You can use Text editor, Microsoft Excel in case GenePix Pro Software cannot be used.
How to open ATF file?
The most common problem when using Axon Text Format is that a specific ATF is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open ATF, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the ATF 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 GenePix Pro Software
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that GenePix Pro Software is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name GenePix Pro Software in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open ATF files.
Programs to open ATF file
Remember to download programs supporting ATF files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of GenePix Pro Software with ATF files
If, despite the installed application, the ATF file does not start in the GenePix Pro Software application, you must create a file 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. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the GenePix Pro Software application as the default for handling the ATF file.
Step 3. Update GenePix Pro Software to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the GenePix Pro Software program, it is possible that Axon Text Format requires a newer version of the program.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ATF file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:
The ATF file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to ATF files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our ATF file. However, remember that not every infected ATF file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of ATF file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair ATF file corruption.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted ATF files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the ATF file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. 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. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the ATF file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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