Tips to open E02 file
Can't open the E02 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open E02 files as well as a list of programs that support E02 files.
E02 file extension
| File Name |
ArcInfo Export |
| File Developer |
Esri |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The E02 file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the E02 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the E02 file on each system platform.
What is E02 file?
The file with the extension E02 is the GIS Files file type. The author of this format is Esri. In addition to this file, the GIS Files category includes 255 related files. ArcInfo Export appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The ArcInfo application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Esri.
How to open E02 file?
An often recurring problem with ArcInfo Export is that E02 is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file E02 to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the E02 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 ArcInfo
The first step is to check if the computer has the ArcInfo program installed. This can be achieved by typing ArcInfo into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file E02 with ArcInfo. Below is a list of programs that support the file E02.
Programs to open E02 file
Remember to download programs supporting E02 files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ArcInfo with E02 files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the E02 file to open in the ArcInfo application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. 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 ArcInfo application as the default for handling the E02 file.
Step 3. Update ArcInfo to the latest version
If, despite the association of the ArcInfo program with the ArcInfo Export file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the Esri website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the E02 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 E02 file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the E02 file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file E02 or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected E02 file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of E02 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.
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 ability to automatically repair E02 file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Esri, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted E02 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. 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 E02 file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the E02 file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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