Tips to open BASH_HISTORY file
Can't open the BASH_HISTORY file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open BASH_HISTORY files as well as a list of programs that support BASH_HISTORY files.
BASH_HISTORY file extension
| File Name |
Bash History Format |
| File Developer |
The GNU Project |
| File Category |
System Files |
The BASH_HISTORY file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the BASH_HISTORY files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the BASH_HISTORY file on each system platform.
What is BASH_HISTORY file?
The BASH_HISTORY file has been categorized as System Files. The author of this format is The GNU Project. In addition to this file, the System Files category includes 323 related files. Bash History Format is supported by 2 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS systems, unfortunately not on others. This file type can also be opened by 3 other programs. GNU Bash, Mac OS X, Bash will apply when it is not possible to use Apple Terminal.
How to open BASH_HISTORY file?
The main problem with Bash History Format is that the BASH_HISTORY file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file BASH_HISTORY to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the BASH_HISTORY 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 Apple Terminal
In this case, you should first verify that the Apple Terminal application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Apple Terminal into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support BASH_HISTORY files.
Programs to open BASH_HISTORY file
Remember to download programs supporting BASH_HISTORY files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Apple Terminal with BASH_HISTORY files
If, despite the installed application, the BASH_HISTORY file does not start in the Apple Terminal 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. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Apple Terminal application as the default for handling the BASH_HISTORY file.
Step 3. Update Apple Terminal to the latest version
If, despite the association of the Apple Terminal program with the Bash History Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the BASH_HISTORY file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:
The BASH_HISTORY file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the BASH_HISTORY file contents when downloading or copying. 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. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file BASH_HISTORY or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected BASH_HISTORY file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the BASH_HISTORY files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair BASH_HISTORY file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted BASH_HISTORY files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the BASH_HISTORY file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the BASH_HISTORY file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the BASH_HISTORY file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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