Tips to open DECTEST file

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

DECTEST file extension

File Name Decimal Test Data Format
File Category Text Files

The DECTEST file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DECTEST files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DECTEST file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 4
  • 2
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is DECTEST file?

The file with the extension DECTEST is the Text Files file type. Text Files consists of 440 similar files. Decimal Test Data Format is supported by 3 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Sublime Text. This was created by Sublime HQ Pty Ltd. There are also 7 alternative programs to handle the DECTEST file. PSPad, NotePad++ text editor, Atom will apply when it is not possible to use Sublime Text.

How to open DECTEST file?

The main problem with Decimal Test Data Format is that the DECTEST file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that DECTEST files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DECTEST 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 Sublime Text

The first step is to check if the computer has the Sublime Text program installed. To do this, enter the name Sublime Text into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file DECTEST.

Step 2. Create association of Sublime Text with DECTEST files

If, despite the installed application, the DECTEST file does not start in the Sublime Text application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Sublime Text application as the default for handling the DECTEST file.

Step 3. Update Sublime Text to the latest version

If, however, after binding Sublime Text with Decimal Test Data Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Sublime HQ Pty Ltd website or update the program from the application.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DECTEST 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 affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to DECTEST files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. 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 DECTEST or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected DECTEST file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of DECTEST 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DECTEST files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file DECTEST 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the DECTEST file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the DECTEST file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.