Tips to open DOTHTML file
Can't open the DOTHTML file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DOTHTML files as well as a list of programs that support DOTHTML files.
DOTHTML file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft Word HTML Document Template |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Web Files |
The DOTHTML file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DOTHTML files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DOTHTML file on each system platform.
What is DOTHTML file?
The file in the DOTHTML format belongs to the Web Files category. The author of this format is Microsoft. Additionally, the Web Files category contains 303 of other files. Microsoft Word HTML Document Template appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of , Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The Microsoft Word application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 3 other programs. Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Mobile will apply when it is not possible to use Microsoft Word.
How to open DOTHTML file?
The most common problem when using Microsoft Word HTML Document Template is that a specific DOTHTML is not associated with the program. This causes the file DOTHTML 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 DOTHTML 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 Microsoft Word
In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft Word application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Microsoft Word 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 DOTHTML.
Programs to open DOTHTML file
Remember to download programs supporting DOTHTML files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Word with DOTHTML files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the DOTHTML file still does not use the Microsoft Word program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the DOTHTML file with the Microsoft Word application.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Word to the latest version
If, however, after binding Microsoft Word with Microsoft Word HTML Document Template there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Microsoft Corporation website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DOTHTML 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:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to DOTHTML 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. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our DOTHTML file. However, remember that not every infected DOTHTML file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the DOTHTML file. 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 the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DOTHTML files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Microsoft help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted DOTHTML files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the DOTHTML file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file DOTHTML to close. However, some background programs may block the DOTHTML file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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