Tips to open DOCSTATES file

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

DOCSTATES file extension

File Name Microsoft Visual Studio Document Tab Well
File Developer Microsoft Corporation
File Category Developer Files

The DOCSTATES file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DOCSTATES files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DOCSTATES file on each system platform.

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What is DOCSTATES file?

The file with the extension DOCSTATES is the Developer Files file type. The author of this format is Microsoft Corporation. Additionally, the Developer Files category contains 1205 of other files. Microsoft Visual Studio Document Tab Well appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Productivity Power Tools. This was created by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. Microsoft Visual Studio Professional will apply when it is not possible to use Productivity Power Tools.

How to open DOCSTATES file?

The main problem with Microsoft Visual Studio Document Tab Well is that the DOCSTATES file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open DOCSTATES, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DOCSTATES 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 Productivity Power Tools

The first step is to check if the computer has the Productivity Power Tools program installed. To do this, enter the name Productivity Power Tools 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 DOCSTATES with Productivity Power Tools. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open DOCSTATES files.

Step 2. Create association of Productivity Power Tools with DOCSTATES files

If, despite the installed application, the DOCSTATES file does not start in the Productivity Power Tools application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 DOCSTATES file with the Productivity Power Tools application.

Step 3. Update Productivity Power Tools to the latest version

If, despite the association of the Productivity Power Tools program with the Microsoft Visual Studio Document Tab Well file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the Microsoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The DOCSTATES file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the DOCSTATES file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the DOCSTATES file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected DOCSTATES file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of DOCSTATES 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair DOCSTATES file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Microsoft Corporation help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DOCSTATES 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 DOCSTATES 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. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the DOCSTATES file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.